The other day I came across the following website advertising something called the Sorribes Ear Method. It says its an alternative to surgery and can correct adults ears over the course of several months, much like braces correct teeth. It seems a bit too good to be true so I was wondering whether you think this product works, and whether this is backed up with much scientific research.
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September 19, 2013
Answer: Non-surgical otoplasty (correction of prominent ears)
Hello D1414- Time improves many things, but it may not even out the profile contour of your ear. Otoplasty often address two issues in ears: 1) The superior crus is not fully developed and this causes the upper ear to stick out 2)the conchal bowl's back wall is too high and this makes the m...
Unilateral otoplasty for pointed ear s done with local anesthesia and costs $2500-3000. You need to wear a head wrap for several days after to protect your ear.
I typically recommend the head band 24/7 for the first week and in the evenings for the next 3-5 weeks. The main purpose of the headband is to minimize swelling early on and prevent the ears from being tugged on inadvertently as you heal. The pressure alone will not change the ultimate result -...