Hey everyone, I had otoplasty a few months ago, but I’m still unsure about the results. My right ear is about 5mm more protruded than the left (2.5cm vs. 2cm). I’d love to hear honest feedback, does it look noticeable to you? Do you think it’s worth another revision?
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Answer: You appear to have a natural looking result.
If your goal is to reposition your ear closer to your head so they don't stick out as much, otoplasty surgery may be considered for setting back your Concha, and for creating an antihilical fold. Keloid scarring is associated with otoplasty surgery, along with people with darker skin types. I...
See from your photo that you do not appear to have a well -formed antihelical fold, and perhaps your earlobe sticks out a bit. I'm not quite sure if this fits into a category of deformity, however, the feasibility of improving the appearance of your ear would require an examination. I hope this...
Reversing an overly pinned ear may be possible by releasing the sutures which have held the ear back toward the scalp or have bent the cartilage too much and splinting the ear in the new position until stable.. Actually increasing the length and width of the ear would require expanding the...
