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Are my ears post-otoplasty more at risk during boxing than any other ear?

otoplastyboyApr 23, 2017
What is the worst that can happen? I know ears can be knocked out of place and cause hematomas but what is different from someone who hasn't had otoplasty C's someone who has had otoplasty? Is there more complications?

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Since ear shape is the result of cartilage and skin, surgical Otoplasty is a permanent procedure.  If the surgeon used his experience and technique you should have a satisfactory and permanent result.  At five weeks you may have asymmetries, tightness and discomfort....

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