Is It Possible to Put a Fold in my Ears? (photo)

Your ear shape is a variation of normal. The antihelical fold is absent in your case but can be created surgically. The procedure is called Otoplasty and is a very popular procedure in our young patients. Here's some information about the surgery

It is possible to create a fold in your upper ear (helical rim), and is in fact a common issue that’s corrected by plastic surgeons experienced in cosmetic ear surgery. It may involve modifying the cartilage in your ear to recreate this fold.

Thank you for the photos. In the adult with protruding ears, otoplasty is the standard method.   This operation is performed commonly.  Many adults are coming in to have their ears addressed nowadays. The surgery is usually very well tolerated. Best to see an experienced surgeon. Ask questions and look at his/her photos.

Hello San Francisco-  Ears are funny shaped objects with many different named contours. From your photo, it appears that the 'superior crus', which is an extension of your 'anti-helix, is a bit flat. This superior crus can easily be given more of a fold with an otoplasty and it will make your upper ear appear less flat. If the part of your ear that bothers you the most is the lack of a well-defined 'helical rim', then this is harder to create. It may be that your slightly "flat" helical rim would't bother you as much if you addressed improving your 'superior crus' fold. That is probably the simplest approach for improvement in your case. If it is the helical rim that bothers you the most, make sure that you make that point clear to your surgeon during your consult. 

Yes, it is possible to create the natural fold in the upper portion of your ear. The procedure that would do this is called an otoplasty. This can be performed just on one side or both sides, depending upon which ear(s) trouble you. Seek a highly experienced Facial Plastic Surgeon who has performed many otoplasties to minimize the risk of an natural result. I hope this information is helpful.