I've been searching for otoplasty services for some time and as of late I've noticed that some doctors don't have the same technique. From what I've read here, their blogs, and YouTube it seems the procedure looks standard. However every once in a while I'll get a surgeon who says that they use an "otobrader" to shape the cartilage and others will say that they will remove excess cartilage then tie the ear down. The difference in how it is done is confusing me a lot. Please advise and thanks!
Answer: Otoplasty risks There are essentially no surgical procedures without risks. There are some common risks shared by all surgical procedures such as pain, scar formation, bleeding, and infection. There are also some specific risks to each surgery. For instance, in case of otoplasty the specific risks include risk of mild asymmetry, suture failure and extrusion. Having said that, otoplasty can be considered one of the less risky cosmetic procedures. Once performed by an experienced surgeon the results are generally quite predictable and the recovery is often not too painful.
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Answer: Otoplasty risks There are essentially no surgical procedures without risks. There are some common risks shared by all surgical procedures such as pain, scar formation, bleeding, and infection. There are also some specific risks to each surgery. For instance, in case of otoplasty the specific risks include risk of mild asymmetry, suture failure and extrusion. Having said that, otoplasty can be considered one of the less risky cosmetic procedures. Once performed by an experienced surgeon the results are generally quite predictable and the recovery is often not too painful.
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March 28, 2018
Answer: Otoplasty I agree you are a good candidate for an otoplasty. It should be able to have it don’t under local anesthesia. The thing to bear in mind about otoplasty is that there are many different techniques and surgeons have varying degrees of experience with the procedure because it isn’t done as often as some other procedures. I agree with the use of the otobrader to create the curve of the ear, but also remove some cartilage in another portion of the ear.
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March 28, 2018
Answer: Otoplasty I agree you are a good candidate for an otoplasty. It should be able to have it don’t under local anesthesia. The thing to bear in mind about otoplasty is that there are many different techniques and surgeons have varying degrees of experience with the procedure because it isn’t done as often as some other procedures. I agree with the use of the otobrader to create the curve of the ear, but also remove some cartilage in another portion of the ear.
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March 28, 2018
Answer: Otoplasty and techniques Dear Boolgari445,There are several techniques when it comes to Otoplasty.An otobrader is like a file or rasp for the ear cartilage. It is meant to thin the ear cartilage so that it can be bent to the shape that you wantRemoving excess cartilage is also done, but usually limited to shaving the cartilage to make it thinner...and then making it easier to bendCutting into the cartilage is not a good idea because the edges of the cut cartilages are easily visible through the skin causing an unnatural appearanceI have attached a video showing my technique for a natural outcomeBest,Dr. Nima
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March 28, 2018
Answer: Otoplasty and techniques Dear Boolgari445,There are several techniques when it comes to Otoplasty.An otobrader is like a file or rasp for the ear cartilage. It is meant to thin the ear cartilage so that it can be bent to the shape that you wantRemoving excess cartilage is also done, but usually limited to shaving the cartilage to make it thinner...and then making it easier to bendCutting into the cartilage is not a good idea because the edges of the cut cartilages are easily visible through the skin causing an unnatural appearanceI have attached a video showing my technique for a natural outcomeBest,Dr. Nima
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March 27, 2018
Answer: Otoplasty Dear Boolgari445,my patients who get otoplasty tend to be the happiest patients I get to work with. Otoplasty can be done under local in the office which means it typically doesn't take long to get you in. You will need to wear a headband for about 3 weeks to protect your repair.Daniel Barrett, MD
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March 27, 2018
Answer: Otoplasty Dear Boolgari445,my patients who get otoplasty tend to be the happiest patients I get to work with. Otoplasty can be done under local in the office which means it typically doesn't take long to get you in. You will need to wear a headband for about 3 weeks to protect your repair.Daniel Barrett, MD
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Answer: Is #otoplasty a risk-free procedure and why do techniques vary? Otobrading is one of several "tools" in the toolkit that surgeons can use in otoplasty to reshape the cartilage. The otobrader can help overcome "memory" in the cartilage to allow it to be bent/reshaped more easily. Often it's combined with sutures and other maneuvers. It really is a question of surgeon preference and patient anatomy. Of course, no surgery is risk-free. Some of the risks of otoplasty include recurrence of the ear prominence, asymmetry, sutures spitting through, infection (rare), bleeding/hematoma, and other aesthetic causes of dissatisfaction. Sounds like you are doing your diligence in researching surgeons, though.
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Answer: Is #otoplasty a risk-free procedure and why do techniques vary? Otobrading is one of several "tools" in the toolkit that surgeons can use in otoplasty to reshape the cartilage. The otobrader can help overcome "memory" in the cartilage to allow it to be bent/reshaped more easily. Often it's combined with sutures and other maneuvers. It really is a question of surgeon preference and patient anatomy. Of course, no surgery is risk-free. Some of the risks of otoplasty include recurrence of the ear prominence, asymmetry, sutures spitting through, infection (rare), bleeding/hematoma, and other aesthetic causes of dissatisfaction. Sounds like you are doing your diligence in researching surgeons, though.
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