I had otoplasty done almost 3 months ago but I'm not really happy with the result. I am aware that for the full healing to take place another 4-6 months should pass. My main concern is that my ears, in my point of view, are extremely close to my head. This to me looks unnatural. It makes me look like I have no ears. It makes me feel sad too. I currently put cotton balls behind ears to make them stick out more. Hoping this will permanently fix them. But I don't think so.
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It is difficult to assess your problem without pictures. Typically, with resection of excess conchal cartilage one sees the skin redrape without complication. The conchal bowl is usually packed with vaseline/iodine impregnated gauzed to bolster the area and keep the skin flap against...
The role of bandages immediately after otoplasty is foremost to prevent accumulation of blood between the cartilage and the skin.The dressings need to apply just enough compression to serve this role. However, too much compression can blanch the skin of the ear and deprive it of its blood...