Which otoplasty technique is best to treat my prominent ears? (Photo)

Thank you for the question and pictures. You are correct in that there are many different ways to perform otoplasty surgery. Probably more important than the specific technique utilized will be careful selection of your plastic surgeon. Personally, the most common techniques I use include conchal setbacks utilizing permanent sutures (no cartilage excision) as well as "reconstruction" of the anti-helical folds. You may find the attached link, helpful to you as you learn more. Best wishes.

It is always best to pick the best surgeon rather than try to pick the best technique. That is their job to explain why the procedure picked is best for you in their hands. The most critical decision to be made in achieving the best plastic surgical result is picking the most experienced and talented, that is the best, plastic surgeon possible. Too often, patients choose a physician based on a catchy ad, the brand name of a technique, the basis of one or two before and after photos, or their web site’s search engine ranking. These criteria will not find the most experienced and talented plastic surgeon. See the below link on how to find the best Otoplasty (ear) surgeon.

This is a great question and you will likely receive answers recommending a variety of approaches. In my own experience, cartilage cutting can create unnatural contours. Cartilage can be shaved from the back of the bowl of the ear but I would not recommend making incisions completely through the cartilage as this can create sharp, surgical appearing contour to the ear that look bad. In the vast majority of cases permanent sutures are used to shape the upper part of the ear as well as set back or "pin" the lower part of the ear. I hope this information is helpful for you.Stephen Weber MD, FACSDenver Facial Plastic Surgeon