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Otoplasty
This procedure is performed to set prominent ears back closer to the head, or to reduce the size of large ears. This procedure is most often performed on children between the ages of 4 and 14 years.
Anesthesia and Surgery Facility
General anesthesia is usually used on young children. For older children and adults local with IV sedation is used. This is routinely an outpatient procedure. Operative time is approximately 2 to 3 hours.
Side Effects
There is expected temporary throbbing, aching, swelling, redness, and numbness of the ears.
Risks
These include the possibility of infection of the cartilage of the ears, scarring, or blood clot that may need to be drained.
Recovery
Return to work or school within 5 to 7 days. Some strenuous activity and contact sports may be limited for 1 to 2 months.
Duration of Results
Usually permanent.
Before and After Photo Gallery
Although each person's results will defer, before and after photos are good examples of potential changes. They should be used not only as a comparison of techniques and surgeons, but are a good starting points for evaluation, comparison and discussion with your surgeon.
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- World expert on facial aging.
- First to describe and perform the Gortex Midface Lift.
- Published over 100 articles on plastic/reconstructive surgery with the majority focusing on facial anatomy.
- Continues to investigate and describe the structure and treatment of the aging neck.
- Clinical Professor at the Medical College of Wisconsin.
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