Flat part of the helix on one ear where it should be curved, is this just swelling will it fold back? (Photo)

June 23, 2018
Asked By:averagecitizen in New London, CT

I had otoplasty 2weeks ago,im 100% happy with the 1 ear as its shape is normal and pinned back great, however i have concers for this ear if you look at the top of helix on the ear there is no natural curv it’s almost like the helix is flat where it’s supposed to be folded. Looks like a peace of my ear missing, is this just due to swelling causing the skin to pull it tight? Will the helix fold over like a normal ear and look like the other ear? Aslo how and why has this happened? Will it change?

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