Introduction to Ears Surgery
Otoplasty, or ears plastic, usually done in order to press the protruding ears closer to the head or to reduce the size of large ears. Excessive protruding ears are often expressed differently from different sides, as well as the large size of the ears are visible cosmetic defects that may have as a child cause severe psychological trauma because of the constant ridicule of others.
Who needs otoplasty (ears plastic) Ears are almost fully formed by the 4 th year of life. Therefore, otoplasty is usually done for children 6 years of age. However, no age limit to perform this operation there, you can make the patient and older.
Planning your surgery
Most surgeons recommend that parents do not impose on the operation of their child. It is necessary that the child himself wants to change the shape of their ears, as in this case, the process is much easier and leads to good results. The surgeon will evaluate your child's (or yours, if you want to do otoplasty itself) and choose the most effective method. It will also give you the necessary advice on preparing for surgery.
The operation
Otoplasty is usually performed ambulatory and does not require placement of patients in hospital.
As a rule, general anesthesia is done only for small children. Adolescents and adults is usually done local anesthetic. The surgery usually lasts 1-1,5 hours, although more complicated procedures may take and more time. Execution method Otoplasty depends on the problem being solved. In most cases, is a small incision behind the ear to reshape the cartilage. The correct form of cartilage is fixed by special internal seams. At the end of the operation are superimposed cosmetic seams, so the scar is invisible to others, and some time will disappear altogether. If the defect is only available in one ear, the operation is still usually performed on both ears to achieve better symmetry. Operation is completed by imposing a pressure bandage and after 2-5 hours of patient self-care home.Postoperative period
Sutures are usually removed within a week.
Within a few days after the operation is sometimes observed marked tissue swelling and discoloration of the skin (bruises), which take place within 2-3 weeks.
Most patients return to their daily activities within 5 days after surgery. Children can return to school in a week. Within a month, to avoid any injuries ear.Operation virtually causes no complications and significantly improves the appearance.