Otoplasty risk

Frequent questions

At what age can a child have an operation on the ears?

The otoplasty can be made from the approximately 6 years. At this age the ear is almost developed like an adult's. This does not mean that if you have a significant disorder you can not operate before.

Between 5 and 6 years, the child has a greater capacity for understanding and this facilitates the smooth running of the procedure.

What are the risks of an otoplasty?

This operation  has associated a series of risks. It is a simple intervention, but it should always be practiced by an expert in cosmetic surgery. Putting ourselves in the hands of a professional is always a guarantee.

Likewise, to avoid complications, it must be performed in a safe environment, such as a hospital center.

Can I lose my hearing with an otoplasty?

Ear surgery does not cause hearing loss or affect ear functions

Will I have to wear a band or bandage on my head?

After an otoplasty it is necessary to wear a padded bandage for about a week. This bandage is placed to promote healing and protect the area at bedtime.

After a few days it will be replaced by an elastic band that will have to be worn at night for one or three months.

Will the scars be seen?

The scars are behind the ears so they will not be appreciated. Over time they will disappear until they are barely visible.

Are the final results?

The changes produced after this procedure are visible about a week after the operation. When the inflammation disappears completely we can enjoy our new appearance, being the final result.

Postoperative Otoplasty

After the intervention a padded bandage is placed in the area. This measure is adopted so that the healing is carried out correctly and to try to reduce inflammation. With the bandage we protect the ears especially while we sleep.

After a few days, the initial bandage is replaced by an elastic band. This should be used mainly at night for between one and three months. The cosmetic surgeon will give us the pertinent guidelines for its proper use.

The incorporation to the school or to the work, can be in a week approximately. However, it will be necessary to limit activities that may damage the area. Especially sports practices that are too rough or that could harm that part.

Definitive results

The result of this plastic surgery can be considered definitive around three months. The scar, being behind the ear, will not be visible and anger will disappear with time.

With otoplasty the appearance that we obtain is definitive, our ears are modified permanently.