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Is Sun Bad for the Ear After Otoplasty?

August 7, 2010
Asked By:7410anon in fresno

Hi, I've been tanning a lot lately and I had my procedure done on July 13, my dad said that it might be dangerous. Is it dangerous to be under the sun a lot after ear otoplasty?

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Answer: Keep your ears protected from the sun after Otoplasty Surgery.

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