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This is a common and important question. I typically recommend that patients undergoing this type of procedure avoid activities that could expose their recently operated ears to any trauma for at least 6 to 8 weeks. Also, a head band for the first two weeks following surgery is recommended. I tell patients to think of it as a similar concept to using a retainer after orthodontic treatment (braces).
This is a question I get all the time and I typically schedule otoplasties after the ballplaying season is over but your son is both a baseball and basketball player! I would recommend waiting at least 8 weeks before resuming contact sports.
It is best to avoid the risk of sports contact injury for 6 to 8 weeks after surgery. Should the ears get bumped one or several of the sutures holding the cartilages in their new position may break causing a partial relapse of the original ear position.
Is always best to check with your surgeon prior to performing the otoplasty procedure. In our practice, we recommend patient's are able to get back to sporting activities within a month after the otoplasty procedure.
Return to activities and sports will depend on exactly what procedure is performed. For example, after otoplasty surgery, I ask patients to avoid any potential “contact sport” for at least 2 months after the procedure is performed. Your plastic surgeon will be able to provide you with more specifics. Best wishes.
Swelling can be variable and is not an indicator of the end result. Other than applying ice during the first 72 hours, they were nothing you can do. Swelling will resolve with time so please try to be patient. You should, of course, followup with your plastic surgeon to rule out hematoma or...
It is possible to modify the size, appearance, and orientation of the earlobes. It will likely involve a minor outpatient surgical procedure, and follow-up care. You can discuss the nature of the intervention and what it will involve for you specifically with a local Board-Certified surgeon. ...
Within 24 hours of piercing, the new holes would still have a good chance to close if you just removed the earrings. This should be even more likely given your child's age.
