Ear correction

Protruding ears are ears that stick out further from the head than average. Although this is not a medical problem, it can be experienced as bothersome. During an ear correction, or otoplasty, the position of the ear is adjusted to bring the ears closer to the head.

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When is an ear correction recommended?

The procedure is usually caried out for aesthetic reasons in children from the age of six, once the ear has fully developed, or in adolescents and adults who feel self-conscious.

How is the procedure performed?

In children, general anaesthesia is usually chosen, while in adults, this can be done under local anaesthesia.

The surgeon makes a small incision behind the ear. The cartilage is then exposed, reshaped and fixed into a more natural position with stitches. No cartilage is removed unless necessary.

Recovery and aftercare

After surgery, you will be given a bandage or protective headband to reduce swelling and protect the ears. After a few days, the bandage will be replaced with a soft band to be worn at night for several weeks. Normal daily activities can be resumed fairly quickly, but contact or ball sports should be avoided until full healing has taken place. 

The scars from the procedure are usually behind the ear and become barely visible over time.

Departments

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Oral and maxillofacial surgery
Nose, throat and ear diseases

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