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Ear reduction surgery. The helix looks very unnatural. Do I need a revision? (Photo)

MitchelllJul 21, 2020
I would like an independent review. This is almost 2 weeks post-op. The helix looks double and not well connected. It also looks like it's slightly "open" in the rear. I also have concerns about how the scars will look, especially at the helix. Will it look normal when it's healed or do I need revision surgery? And how soon should a revision surgery be done?

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