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Revision otoplasty for Stahl's ear or helical rim correction? (Photos)

akash akuSep 4, 2017
I had otoplasty for right ear 1 month back..the surgery was about folding the helical rim(Stahl's ear)..after the surgery the surgeon has not yet done well.. now my ears looks unnatural and bump like structure in top on helical...I disappointed with this...so can I go with follow up or revision otoplasty?

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Leila Kasrai, MD, FRCSC

Ear surgery can change the shape of the ears for aesthetic purposes, but it cannot make them so strong that they’re resistant to bending. Have you considered not sleeping on the one side, or sleeping on your back?

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Hello Beautyyyispain,With an otoplasty there are various techniques.  The bumps you see behind your ear likely represent the sutures holding everything in the new position.  I would recommend you don't pull your ear forward as that risks damaging the sutures and allowing the ear to return to i...

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This would depend on your surgeon, location and other factors. In Toronto where my practice is located, it’s usually about $900-2200.

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