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Will my ear shape correct naturally as I heal or are there revision options? (Photo)

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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.

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