Otoplasty (ear pinning)

Who is a good candidate?

• You have ears that stick out too far from the side of the head.
• You have ears that have an unusual or undesirable shape.

Description of the Procedure

• The procedure is done on an outpatient basis under sedation and local or general anesthesia.
• The ears are “pinned back” by reshaping the cartilage.

Recovery time is approximately one week and the results are permanent.

For more information on this procedure visit the American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery at AAFPRS.org.

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