A year ago I had an otoplasty, where cartilage was removed from the concha and some stitches were placed to make the ear move back. I always had my right ear more prominent than my left. A year after the surgery, I am still unhappy with the result. My right ear is still larger, not to mention that both have taken on a very curved shape. What could be done in my case if I don't want my ears to be closer to my skull than they already are?
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I am not aware of any procedure which allows someone to change the vertical position of their ear. Your ear canal, which allows you to hear, is intimately associated with the cartilage of your ear. Any attempt to shift the ear higher on your head would close down your ear canal and affect your...
It is possible to reduce the prominence of your antihelix in a revision surgery. It would be a good idea to return to your surgeon to discuss your concerns.
There’s no reason that you can’t enjoy a few social drinks right up until the point of your surgery. However, red wine may increase your risk of bleeding, and you should avoid that for at least a week before the surgery. After the surgery, as you may be taking some strong pain medication it’...