When should I stop drinking alcohol before ear surgery on 12/4?

We are not familiar with a non-surgical otoplasty, however, based on your narrative, you appear to have had sutures placed. We can see that there is an area of swelling behind your ear that has a propensity to turn red. You may indeed have chronic inflammation from a permanent suture and removal...

Generally speaking, the upper and mid ear are set back during otoplasty, while the earlobes may be untouched. An additional procedure may be performed to reduce the prominence of the earlobes.

A face lift can alter the appearance of the ears. The most frequent event is the "smeared ear" where the earlobe is somewhat attached to the face. This can be separated under local anesthesia. What you have there appears to be pull anteriorly right at your ear-face junction and pulling it...

Yes, it would be possible to round out the curve of the outer rim of your ear (helix) to improve symmetry. Please seek the opinion of a board certified plastic surgeon with experience in cosmetic ear surgery.

I believe you would only benefit from an otoplasty and do not need anything else done. Your ears are asymmetrical and one will need more retraction than the other. Best Wishes, Gary Horndeski, M.D.

A protruding permanent suture is a rare but manageable complication of otoplasty, and prompt removal by a surgeon is the standard and effective solution.