Can I Stretch my Ears After Getting Otoplasty? (My Ears Pinned)

March 31, 2012
Asked By:Raenbow

I've always hated how my ears stick out and now I have the chance to get them pinned. but I've also been wanting to stretch my earlobes to about a 0 gauge. will I be able to start stretching my ears after getting the surgery? will stretching them be affected in any way?

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