Is there too much cartilage left after my otoplasty? Can it be fixed somehow? (Photo)

December 9, 2024
Asked By:viera.s in England, United Kingdom

I have an Otoplasty surgery 7 months ago and I am not happy with the way my antihelix looks like. Is there too much cartilage left? Can it be fixed somehow?

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Answers (2)

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Answer: Ear reshaping

Leila Kasrai, MD, FRCSCCertified Plastic Surgeon
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Answer: Ear reshaping

Leila Kasrai, MD, FRCSCCertified Plastic Surgeon
December 10, 2024

Answer: Creating an antihelical fold is typically done with permanent sutures behind the ear.

Eric M. Joseph, MDBoard Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon
December 10, 2024

Answer: Creating an antihelical fold is typically done with permanent sutures behind the ear.

Eric M. Joseph, MDBoard Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon

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