Ear Kept Bleeding After Otoplasty

Most people have some degree of facial asymmetry. This may be reflected in asymmetric brow position, orbital shape, cheek shape, ear position, jaw shape, and other areas. When it comes to the ears in particular, it is important to realize that people do not generally recognize small asymmetries...

The photo you posted is low resolution, so I'm not completely certain that I'm seeing what you're describing. If you're seeing a vertical ridge from the top of the concha to the bottom, then I see your concern. Show this to your surgeon as soon as possible. This could be swelling, or a...

In many cases, the results of otoplasty may be subtle and not very noticeable.  In other cases, where major changes in the ear are necessary, changes may not be easily hidden. Under these circumstances, efforts to disguise changes may be necessary. This is most easily accomplished with...

Otoplasty is considered an elective, cosmetic procedure that is not medically necessary. Therefore, it would be highly unlikely that Medicaid would provide any coverage for the procedure. 

The cost for ear lobe reduction can vary in different geographical areas and practices. Unfortunately there is often no insurance coverage for this elective surgery and the complexity of the case may play a role in its pricing. In Los Angeles and Beverly Hills area the price for one side may ...

The area from which ear cartilage is generally harvested in Rhinoplasty is called the concha bowl and represents the "bowl" like area that sits behind the entrance to the ear canal. In my experience, harvest of cartilage from this area will decrease (slightly) and not increase...