Otoplasty made pointy ear shape. I had otoplasty 6 weeks ago. The procedure left my ear with a shape that makes the top look pointy. At first the ears looked overcorrected but have releases. But naturally. However, the middle part of my ears are so pinned back that the top has a protruding shape. I’m really worried about this and whether they will correct naturally as they continue to heal. If not, are there revision options? Someone who didn’t know I had surgery actually asked me what happened to my ears. I was so embarrassed and that confirmed all of my worries. I’m attaching a photo to show what part of the ear shape I’m worried about. I did express concern to my surgeon but he seems to think it is not a shape problem.
Answer: Otoplasty Results Dear ritza,Thank you for your question. In my experience your ear will not correct significant at 6 weeks out. In otoplasty, we place stitches at the upper, middle, and lower part of the ear. What usually produces the look in the photo is the middle part of the ear is over-resected relative to the top. This is called a telephone ear deformity. There are things that can do to correct it, but you need to wait for your ear to heal fully. Also, follow-up with your surgeon and have a discussion regarding what he/she thinks is going on and what the plan will be.Good luck,Nirmal R. Nathan, M.D.
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Answer: Otoplasty Results Dear ritza,Thank you for your question. In my experience your ear will not correct significant at 6 weeks out. In otoplasty, we place stitches at the upper, middle, and lower part of the ear. What usually produces the look in the photo is the middle part of the ear is over-resected relative to the top. This is called a telephone ear deformity. There are things that can do to correct it, but you need to wait for your ear to heal fully. Also, follow-up with your surgeon and have a discussion regarding what he/she thinks is going on and what the plan will be.Good luck,Nirmal R. Nathan, M.D.
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Answer: Will My Ear Shape Correct Naturally & Are There Revision Options? Otoplasties heal in a way similar to most wounds, therefore complete healing is normally seen at 6 months. At 6 weeks, most wounds are 75% healed.
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Answer: Will My Ear Shape Correct Naturally & Are There Revision Options? Otoplasties heal in a way similar to most wounds, therefore complete healing is normally seen at 6 months. At 6 weeks, most wounds are 75% healed.
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March 4, 2019
Answer: Otoplasty Thank you for your question. It's hard to assess your situation without seeing you in person. You are in the very early stages of healing and it can take a full 6-8 months for everything to settle down, relax and see the final result. I would suggest waiting a little longer and follow your surgeons recommendations at this time. Best of luck to you.
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March 4, 2019
Answer: Otoplasty Thank you for your question. It's hard to assess your situation without seeing you in person. You are in the very early stages of healing and it can take a full 6-8 months for everything to settle down, relax and see the final result. I would suggest waiting a little longer and follow your surgeons recommendations at this time. Best of luck to you.
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March 4, 2019
Answer: Otoplasty overcorrection? It is difficult to assess your problem from the single photograph, however, it does appear that the correction to your ear is dramatic. There may be some continued relaxation over the next few months but usually by 6 weeks you are seeing close to final contours. I suggest seeking an in person consultation for further evaluation of your concerns.
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March 4, 2019
Answer: Otoplasty overcorrection? It is difficult to assess your problem from the single photograph, however, it does appear that the correction to your ear is dramatic. There may be some continued relaxation over the next few months but usually by 6 weeks you are seeing close to final contours. I suggest seeking an in person consultation for further evaluation of your concerns.
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March 3, 2019
Answer: Otoplasty: Ear shape Dear ritzta,
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March 3, 2019
Answer: Otoplasty: Ear shape Dear ritzta,
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