Otoplasty

Recommendation:

Some people are born with a malformation of the ear, in which the lateral edge appears more distanced from the head, thus appearing to be greater. There are three types of deformity, the patient may have the inside (shell) very large, have no higher fold (anti-helix), may have a very open angle between the head and the ear or have a combination of these problems.

Duration:

Otoplasty or ear surgery lasts approximately an hour and a half. According to plastic surgeon David Passy, ​​who serves the cities of Itaperuna, Muriaé and Ipanema, Rio de Janeiro, adults do not require hospitalization. The children are hospitalized for 12 hours.

Anesthesia:

In children, surgery of protruding ears or otoplasty is performed under general anesthesia according to the plastic surgeon David Passy. In adults, there is no need for hospitalization.

Scar:

Otoplasty or ear surgery is carried out through an incision made behind the ear. The skin is detached from the cartilage and is reshaped. The scar is not perceived because it is located the space between the ear and skull.

Postoperative:

After the otoplasty or ear surgery, the patient will wear a dressing, like a helmet. After this is removed, the patient will need to use a headband for a month. The stitches are removed after seven days. Soon after the otoplasty or ear surgery, the ear will almost be in its final format, but there be some swelling and bruising that disappear after 21 days or so.

For seven days, when you lie down, you should keep your head elevated and avoid any trauma to the ears, even sleeping on the side, and adding any type of pressure for a period of 3 to 4 weeks. The end result can be seen after six months or a year, which will depend on each patient.

Recommendations:

According to plastic surgeon David Passy, ​​the patient must communicate the occurrence of influenza, illness or any change in their health status at least 2 days before the otoplasty or ear surgery. The patient should fast for 8 hours before surgery. Adults must stop smoking at least 15 days before surgery. You should also avoid any medicine containing aspirin (acetylsalicylic acid). On the day of the otoplasty surgery, bathe with antibacterial soap and wash your hair (no shampoo). Do not use oils or creams on your face.