EAR SURGERY – OTOPLASTY – FLEMING ISLAND, FL*

Otoplasty, or ear surgery, is performed by plastic surgeon, Dr. William Wallace, to reshape and reposition prominent ears so they conform to the natural shape of the face. Also referred to as ear pinning or ear reshaping, this procedure corrects the position, structure and proportion of the ears. A combination of different techniques are used to sculpt the ears, but often involves a small precise incision behind the ear to contour the cartilage for desired results. Sometimes the abnormal form of ears is a result from birth or injury. Large or protruding ears can rob an individual of their self-confidence but at Fleming Island Plastic Surgery, Dr. William Wallace makes beautiful proportionate ears a reality. Dr. Wallace is also skilled to treat patients with a torn or damaged earlobe. This is different than otoplasty, but still is a surgical procedure of the ear that creates natural, pleasing results.

All otoplasties are performed under general anesthesia as an outpatient procedure in an accredited surgical facility. The entire surgery typically takes no more than 2 hours to complete. After surgery, patients will be sent home with their heads wrapped in a compression bandage, which will later be replaced with lighter bandaging. Initially, patients will feel discomfort if they attempt to move their ears. This will subside in a few days. Younger patients will need to be monitored so they do not touch or play with their ears during the healing process.

 LASTING RESULTS?

The results following an otoplasty procedure are long lasting. However, just like any other cosmetic procedure, aging and gravity may cause increased laxity. This could eventually affect the position of the ears. For the most part, the improvements made with this surgery are still significant. 

 BOTH EARS OR JUST ONE?

In most cases, both ears are affected. Therefore, surgery is performed on both ears. However, there may sometimes be an abnormality in just one ear. If this is the case, surgery will be performed on the affected ear, which will be made to match the opposing ear.