Hello. I had my ears pinned back around 4-5 weeks ago using the stitch method. Have my ears "set" where they will stay or is there a chance they could start sticking out further? If they can still move how long will it be before movement isn't a risk anymore?
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In our practice, we perform the otoplasty procedure under local anesthesia, and patient's tolerate the procedure quite well without having to undergo a general anesthesia. General anesthesia is certainly an option, but it is more expensive. For many examples and our current price list, p...
Surgeons all want the best outcome for their patients and if patients are not happy, most surgeons will bend over backwards to help their patients achieve their goals. Posting your photos will help the gallery determine if your 'noticeably asymmetrical' is truly that or if you are being a ...
Hi there and thanks for your question! I recommend my patients wear their compression band 24/7 for the first week and then nightly for the next 3-4 weeks. As the other surgeon mentioned, the sutures are maintaining your otoplasty, not the compression band. The band is there to provide su...