While we can’t really reduce the size of the ears, we can make them less prominent by positioning them closer to the head.Often, ears look too big only because they are projecting too far out from the sides of the head. The optimal degree of projection from the head is 10-15 degrees.Overdevelopment of the ear cartilage causes the ears to stick out too far. Using surgical procedures, a certified plastic surgeon can remove some of the excess cartilage and reposition the ears to a proper angle. Additionally, there are a few major folds in the ear that determine the position of the outer ear. These folds can be underdeveloped resulting in projection too far out from the face.If you are concerned about the size of your outer ear or earlobe, there are procedures to remove some excess tissue that can be done in combination with shifting the position of your ear to bring better balance and proportion to your face.