I had otoplasty done 2 weeks ago, and my right ear seems to stick out more than the left at the top. It's only slightly more swollen than my left ear, and is a little more bruised. Prior to otoplasty, my right ear had protruded more than my left. I've been wearing a headband at night for 1 week already, and have 1 week left to go. Is my problem due to the slight swelling, or are my ears just asymmetric? Is this problem easily revised? Would it be worth it to even go for a revision if possible?
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Whether a bandage must be worn after an otoplasty depends on the method of operation. With the traditional methods, it is usual to wear a bandage for one or 2 weeks. There are also surgeons who prescribe a bandage for 3 or 4 weeks.No bandage is necessary with the minimally invasive stitch method.
Yes this can be done. There are many options depending on what you are talking about. You can add cartilage to the ear and also skin. Pictures and a consultation would be the first thing to do.
I believe it is the moral obligation of the operating surgeon to see his/her patients post operatively, and be available should there be any potential risks and complications.The pictures posted and the fact there is reddness, increased pain few days after surgery points to the possibility of...