I had otoplasty approximately 16 months ago, and today I discovered that 2 little bruises appeared on my antihelix. What could've caused this. Could a stitch have snapped? I can't see my surgeon as I moved to a different city.
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That said, there is a bit of relaxation of somebody's otoplasty results, between 2 to 4 mm, during the first year of healing. If there is a significant amount of asymmetry between your right ear and your left ear, you may consider re-asking your question with both ears in the photograph. I hope...
In general, somebody does not experience a significant change in the appearance of their ear following conchal cartilage harvesting for revision rhinoplasty surgery. Since I do not see a significant difference in the photos that you posted, please consider re-asking your questions with better...
I suspect you should consider having your TMJ arthroscopy performed at a separate surgery. Once you have healed from your TMJ surgery, otoplasty and lip reduction may be then considered. I hope this helps! Sincerely, Dr Joseph
