Hello, During an otoplasty, is there a limit to how close to the head the ears can be placed? That is, can the be moved back to the point that they are flat up against or even touching the head? Thanks, Jason
Answer: How Close to my Head can Prominent Ears be Placed?
The usual angle of the ear pinna to the head is about 20 degrees.
The position can be closer if desired and some surgeon do this as depending on the otoplasty technique the ears may drift forward from the immediate post operative position.
Also, the ears may appear closer to the head immediately after the otoplasty dressing is removed as the ears were held tight to the head by the compressive head dressing.
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Answer: How Close to my Head can Prominent Ears be Placed?
The usual angle of the ear pinna to the head is about 20 degrees.
The position can be closer if desired and some surgeon do this as depending on the otoplasty technique the ears may drift forward from the immediate post operative position.
Also, the ears may appear closer to the head immediately after the otoplasty dressing is removed as the ears were held tight to the head by the compressive head dressing.
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December 19, 2010
Answer: Ear position during otoplasty can be customized
The inward positioning of the ears during otoplasty is done by a variety of manuevers including different types of sutures and cartilage weakening or removal. How far the ears are moved inward can be varied anywhere from where they were to start with to being completely flat against the side of the head. Being 'plastered' up against the side of the head is unnatural. One wants to make the angle between the ear and the side of head at least 10 to 15 degrees. From a front view, the outer helix of the ear should be seen above that of the tragus protrusion. Be careful about requesting having your ears moved too close to the side of your head...there is no good way to 'unpin' the ears once moved in too far.
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December 19, 2010
Answer: Ear position during otoplasty can be customized
The inward positioning of the ears during otoplasty is done by a variety of manuevers including different types of sutures and cartilage weakening or removal. How far the ears are moved inward can be varied anywhere from where they were to start with to being completely flat against the side of the head. Being 'plastered' up against the side of the head is unnatural. One wants to make the angle between the ear and the side of head at least 10 to 15 degrees. From a front view, the outer helix of the ear should be seen above that of the tragus protrusion. Be careful about requesting having your ears moved too close to the side of your head...there is no good way to 'unpin' the ears once moved in too far.
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