After having otoplasty on my left ear, I'm not happy with the results, and prefer my old ear back ,I just want to know if is possible to have the ear back to its normal state with another surgery. I know cartilage goes back to its place, my stitches are dissolvable, and the DR. also inserted Permanent Sutures, does this means they cannot be taken out? i only had surgery on my left ear. please someone help me get an answer...
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As you’ve had this feature since birth, it is most probably a Darwin’s tubercle which is particularly big in your case and only present in one ear. It can be easily removed by a small excision. I don’t know whether this procedure is paid by the medical insurance in your country. You will have ...
But you must make sure it will fit into what you find as acceptable. Best to see a local plastic surgeon and be evaluated and have your goals stated and understood. Your ears otherwise do not jump out at me so you should also explore more deeply why you have a social anxiety disorder...
Based on the photographs, the swelling is not what we normally see following otoplasty and may represent a collection of fluid or blood within the area where the surgery was performed.I would definitely recommend seeing your plastic surgeon as soon as possible so he or she can perform an...