If I constantly wear a headband for a month or more, will my ears naturally go closer to my head? Or is otoplasty the only way?

Newborns may benefit from wearing a headband since their cartilage is pliable. However, the cartilage in an adult’s ears is not so wearing a headband won’t make much of a difference. Therefore, otoplasty is the "only way".

Hi Modest492210

Otoplasty surgery (cosmetic ear surgery) is a surgical procedure that will change the size, shape, and position of one or both ears. It does not affect hearing and can not change the location of the ears. To learn more about this procedure, please visit our website.

Wearing a headband will not shift the position of your ears. Otoplasty is the only way to adjust them on a permanent basis. This procedure is quick and can be performed using local anesthesia with most adult patients. The incisions are placed behind the ear, so there is no visible scarring afterward. The ears are sutured to their new position, ensuring long-lasting correction. Recovery is usually about one week. Make sure you work with an experienced, board-certified facial plastic surgeon to ensure an optimal outcome.