7 Year Old, Otoplasty. Will Swimming Effect His Ears?

Although guidelines vary among surgeons, I recommend that my patients refrain from intense physical activity (such as running) for approximately 4 weeks after surgery. This allows the body to heal sufficiently without any excessive external forces acting on the area of surgery. It is important...

Thank you for your question. The short answer is yes. First, we are going to make the surrounding area as clean as possible. This includes getting soap and antiseptic anywhere close to where we will be draping out the ear. Second, we use electocautery in the O.R. to stop any bleeding that...

Thank you for this interesting otoplasty question.   The telephone deformity is caused by an overly tight setback of the central third of the ear, such that the upper ear and lower ear stick out more than the central portion.  It is commonly seen soon after otoplasty, so it is...

Replacing cartilage in the conchal bowl may involve some degree of risk.  The biggest issue will be the potential for a palpable edge.  The surgeon replacing the cartilage must be able to make the cartilage smoother for replacement.  Theoretically, the conchal bowl has no effect...

Sure you can re sculpt the tips of the ears. This usually entails some sculpting of the catilage with sutures. This can easily be accomplished under local anesthesia with minimal recovery. I would suggest a consult to truly delineate what needs to be done. Best regards, Dr. D.