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When Will I See Final Results from Otoplasty?
asked 1 year ago by 7410anon in fresno
Latest answer by Fredrick A. Valauri, MD
Question viewed 1,004 times
Tags: ears
when will i see the final results ? i had the procedure done 12days ago. thank you
5 answers to When Will I See Final Results from Otoplasty?
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Results of Otoplasty
The results of otoplasty will be event immediately in terms of improvement of the protruding ears, and correction of the unfolded helix.
However, the results otoplasty for ear deformities such as protruding prominent ears, or unfurled helix will change as the swelling goes down over a period of several weeks.
The final results will take up to a year or more depending on the nature and extent of the surgery.
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It takes about 3 months to see a stable result after otoplasty (ear pinning surgery)
Generally speaking, it takes about 3 months to see a stable result after otoplasty (ear pinning surgery)
Otto Joseph Placik, MD
Chicago Plastic Surgeon
Chicago Plastic Surgeon
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Otoplasty Results
Results of Otoplasty (Ear pinning and refinement) are seen soon after the surgery. The swelling of the ear does not hide the new position closer to the side of the head and although there is some swelling you should be able to see a clear anti helical fold - if that is what prompted the surgery. The result will get better with time so at 6 weeks or so you will see a nice result.
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Otoplasty Results
Your results from the otoplasty procedure will be seen immediately. Once the bandage comes of you will be able to see that your ears no longer protrude. Swelling does occur and often can cause some distortion of the entire ear. It can take several months for the very final shape to be seen but this is really just milimeter changes, however in some cases this does make a difference.
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After swelling has subsided
Great question! After all your swelling and proper normal tissue healing has occurred you should start to see results at week 2. It is very important to keep in mind that your ears may not look 100% symmetrical. Most ears are uniquely asymmetric to begin with.
