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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best advice you can receive is from an in-person consultation. Flying is usually safe one week after this surgery. This decision should
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Form your photos I doubt this is a hematoma. However, the only way to know for sure is to follow up with your surgeon. The appearance in your photos seems to normal postoperative swelling. Lateral/anterior ear skin is VERY think without any underlying fat. Swelling can last for weeks (6-...
Thank you for your question. You are asking if you will need additional surgery to repair an unsuccessful otoplasty, as the PDS sutures were not strong enough to hold after 7 weeks of using the headband. You indicate you used the headband for an additional 8 weeks, but you feel the sutures alone...