I had my ears pinned back 6 months ago and I'm not totally satisfied with the results. I really liked my right ear results, but the left ear looks weird to me. I'm not sure if I'm being reasonable about it. But, if my concern makes sense, a description of what is wrong would be really helpful. Thank you in advance.
Answer: Incomplete antihelical projection. Your results are good but generally we as surgeons aim to have the antihelix at around the same plane as the helix . you helix may have relapsed a little bit or one or more of the mustard sutures may have broken. I think you need to speak to your surgeon about if he is willing to help you redo this result if you are unhappy with it. Keep in mind- this is a totally acceptable result and only you or your close friends and family may even notice. The decision to redo this is a minor one and if your surgeon days no- please respect his decision about your care. You can also seek the advise of other surgeons in your area. These types of minor adjustments can sometimes be done percutaneously with very small or no scars in the office with local anesthetics.
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Answer: Incomplete antihelical projection. Your results are good but generally we as surgeons aim to have the antihelix at around the same plane as the helix . you helix may have relapsed a little bit or one or more of the mustard sutures may have broken. I think you need to speak to your surgeon about if he is willing to help you redo this result if you are unhappy with it. Keep in mind- this is a totally acceptable result and only you or your close friends and family may even notice. The decision to redo this is a minor one and if your surgeon days no- please respect his decision about your care. You can also seek the advise of other surgeons in your area. These types of minor adjustments can sometimes be done percutaneously with very small or no scars in the office with local anesthetics.
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Answer: Optional Revision It looks like they got more of a result creating the anti helical fold on the right ear. The biggest risk for this procedure is that the ear wants to go back to its original shape. This could be fixed with a revision.
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Answer: Optional Revision It looks like they got more of a result creating the anti helical fold on the right ear. The biggest risk for this procedure is that the ear wants to go back to its original shape. This could be fixed with a revision.
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June 9, 2025
Answer: Concerned About Otoplasty Results After 6 Months Your concerns about your results are understandable, as adapting psychologically to changes after surgery can sometimes be challenging. The photos provided appear generally balanced and appropriate, but since aesthetics is holistic, precise assessment requires evaluating your ears in relation to your full facial proportions.
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June 9, 2025
Answer: Concerned About Otoplasty Results After 6 Months Your concerns about your results are understandable, as adapting psychologically to changes after surgery can sometimes be challenging. The photos provided appear generally balanced and appropriate, but since aesthetics is holistic, precise assessment requires evaluating your ears in relation to your full facial proportions.
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May 27, 2025
Answer: Assessing results after otoplasty Overall your surgeon appears to have done a nice job with establishing the antihelical fold in your left ear, which was not well-defined prior to surgery. Looking at your left ear, the helical rim is brought back even further than on the left relative to the antihelical fold, which is probably what bothers you about your right ear. If you want to revise the left ear to bring the helical rim back further, and deepen the antihelical fold, this could be done by placing additional mustarde sutures. Increased symmetry is not always gauranteed with revision surgery, so discussion with your surgeon about the risks/benefits would be important.
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May 27, 2025
Answer: Assessing results after otoplasty Overall your surgeon appears to have done a nice job with establishing the antihelical fold in your left ear, which was not well-defined prior to surgery. Looking at your left ear, the helical rim is brought back even further than on the left relative to the antihelical fold, which is probably what bothers you about your right ear. If you want to revise the left ear to bring the helical rim back further, and deepen the antihelical fold, this could be done by placing additional mustarde sutures. Increased symmetry is not always gauranteed with revision surgery, so discussion with your surgeon about the risks/benefits would be important.
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May 18, 2025
Answer: Ear shape 6 months after otoplasty Thank you for your query. The results of your otoplasty look pretty good. There is a small difference in the way sutures are producing the fold but it is fairly minor and does not merit any corrective procedure. Please discuss all your concerns with your surgeon who can examine you and help you with all your concerns. All the best!
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May 18, 2025
Answer: Ear shape 6 months after otoplasty Thank you for your query. The results of your otoplasty look pretty good. There is a small difference in the way sutures are producing the fold but it is fairly minor and does not merit any corrective procedure. Please discuss all your concerns with your surgeon who can examine you and help you with all your concerns. All the best!
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April 4, 2025
Answer: Slight asymmetry You have a slight asymmetry of your ears after your otoplasty. From your photographs, your helical rim of your left ear is more visible outside of the anti-helix, and its position is slightly further away from your scalp. Otherwise, your ears look very close to being equal. You may consider having a small revision done of your left ear, but keep in mind perfect symmetry is not achievable.
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April 4, 2025
Answer: Slight asymmetry You have a slight asymmetry of your ears after your otoplasty. From your photographs, your helical rim of your left ear is more visible outside of the anti-helix, and its position is slightly further away from your scalp. Otherwise, your ears look very close to being equal. You may consider having a small revision done of your left ear, but keep in mind perfect symmetry is not achievable.
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