Can dermal filler fix elf ears? (Photos)

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Top of the helix overhangs, the rest does not, resulting in elf like illusion. Could dermal fillers be administered to the area that does not overhang to meet the area of the helix that does, providing a consistently sized helix and eliminating the point. Worth noting the helix is extremely tight, seemingly so much so that it seems nearly impossible that a substance could even fit between the cartilage and flesh, nevermind enough to actually build out the skin, could be wrong though. Regards.

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

This can be corrected by a modified otoplasty technique. I recommend having a consultation with a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon experienced in reconstructive ear surgery. Otoplasty is a surgical technique used to correct prominent and/or asymmetric ears.  Best, Dr. Emer

Chris Funderburk, MD · Answer

I strongly advise you to avoid filler treatments to this area  I suspect you would have a poor result and the risk of complications would be too high to justify the procedure.
Instead, I recommend that you schedule a consultation with a Board-eligible or Board-certified plastic surgeon. We specialize in a procedure called otoplasty which involves reshaping the ear and the underlying cartilage framework. An experienced surgeon can help greatly, and often, these procedures can be done without a general anesthetic.

Can dermal filler fix elf ears? (Photos)

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