I got an earlobe reduction on Friday & Iam not happy my results one earlobe sticks out more than it did prior to surgery.. I went straight back in to see him as soon as I had a good look at my earlobes and he sort of laughed at me and told me that there was fluid in there from the local? I could clearly see they were completely uneven because one earlobe looked great whilst the other looked awful! I want to get this ear redone ASAP, I feel embarrassed to ask my surgeon because he laughed at me!
Answer: It is recommended to wait for swelling to subside to see final results. Revision can be done after that. Earlobe repair is a common procedure in our plastic surgery office. I employ a technique that involves removing the excess scar tissue and reapproximating the tissue planes in multiple layers to recontour the earlobe after gauges, torn earlobes, or stretched out earlobes. Sometimes, the same procedure is used to restore contour to a pixie ear after facelift surgery or facial surgery. Gauge correction is a popular treatment. Insurance typically does not cover the procedure in California, but it all depends on your insurance policy. Costs are typically between six hundred dollars and one thousand dollars depending on the complexity of the repair. Pixie ear repair involves correction of the facelift flap and is a more complex procedure that requires anesthesia. Aftercare for earlobe repair involves proper wound care, Plato’s Scar Serum at least twice daily, with repiercing of the earlobe if requested, in 6 weeks. It is best to have a plastic surgeon perform the procedure and help with scars in the post-procedure period. Plato’s Scar Serum, wound care, and Neosporin are used.
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Answer: It is recommended to wait for swelling to subside to see final results. Revision can be done after that. Earlobe repair is a common procedure in our plastic surgery office. I employ a technique that involves removing the excess scar tissue and reapproximating the tissue planes in multiple layers to recontour the earlobe after gauges, torn earlobes, or stretched out earlobes. Sometimes, the same procedure is used to restore contour to a pixie ear after facelift surgery or facial surgery. Gauge correction is a popular treatment. Insurance typically does not cover the procedure in California, but it all depends on your insurance policy. Costs are typically between six hundred dollars and one thousand dollars depending on the complexity of the repair. Pixie ear repair involves correction of the facelift flap and is a more complex procedure that requires anesthesia. Aftercare for earlobe repair involves proper wound care, Plato’s Scar Serum at least twice daily, with repiercing of the earlobe if requested, in 6 weeks. It is best to have a plastic surgeon perform the procedure and help with scars in the post-procedure period. Plato’s Scar Serum, wound care, and Neosporin are used.
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February 27, 2017
Answer: How quickly can I get my earlobe reduction revision? 3 days post-op. Patience... It is much too early to evaluate the outcome of procedure performed. This is best done several months from now. From what I can see, based on the photographs, your surgeon has done a nice job for you; I would not be surprised if you are much happier with the outcome of the procedure performed several months from now. Keep in mind, that like any anatomic part, absolute symmetry will not be achieved. Best wishes for an outcome that you will be pleased with long-term.
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February 27, 2017
Answer: How quickly can I get my earlobe reduction revision? 3 days post-op. Patience... It is much too early to evaluate the outcome of procedure performed. This is best done several months from now. From what I can see, based on the photographs, your surgeon has done a nice job for you; I would not be surprised if you are much happier with the outcome of the procedure performed several months from now. Keep in mind, that like any anatomic part, absolute symmetry will not be achieved. Best wishes for an outcome that you will be pleased with long-term.
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February 27, 2017
Answer: Timing of earlobe revision There would be some expected swelling present 3 days after an earlobe reduction surgery and this swelling will affect the appearance of your ears. I would really recommend waiting at least 2-4 weeks before deciding if you need a revision or not. There is a very good chance your ears will look the same as the healing progresses.
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February 27, 2017
Answer: Timing of earlobe revision There would be some expected swelling present 3 days after an earlobe reduction surgery and this swelling will affect the appearance of your ears. I would really recommend waiting at least 2-4 weeks before deciding if you need a revision or not. There is a very good chance your ears will look the same as the healing progresses.
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February 27, 2017
Answer: Wait for a few months First of all, congratulations on your otoplasty!
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February 27, 2017
Answer: Wait for a few months First of all, congratulations on your otoplasty!
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February 28, 2017
Answer: True results take months to see but... I often tell patients that the worst swelling/distortion is seen during the first 2-3 days, then 80% is gone by 2-3 weeks and 90% by 2-3 months. I imagine you have a follow up appointment in a week or two. I would bring up your concern and hopefully you can discuss/see that the lobe is more prominent and come up with a personalized plan. Sometimes surgeons' initial reaction (his laughing) can been (likely accurately) seen as insensitive, but I wouldn't read too much into it -- it's normal to bring it up in the future so try not to be embarrassed.
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February 28, 2017
Answer: True results take months to see but... I often tell patients that the worst swelling/distortion is seen during the first 2-3 days, then 80% is gone by 2-3 weeks and 90% by 2-3 months. I imagine you have a follow up appointment in a week or two. I would bring up your concern and hopefully you can discuss/see that the lobe is more prominent and come up with a personalized plan. Sometimes surgeons' initial reaction (his laughing) can been (likely accurately) seen as insensitive, but I wouldn't read too much into it -- it's normal to bring it up in the future so try not to be embarrassed.
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