Prominent ear deformity is a condition in which the auricle is curved forward, contrary to the normal anatomical position. Prominent ear is a common problem that can be a source of significant psychosocial, emotional or behavioral problems in children. It is the most common congenital ear deformity. Prominent ear operations are safe procedures. Since only the outer part of the ear is intervened in prominent ear aesthetics, it does not cause a problem with hearing.
Non-Surgical Prominent Ear Aesthetics with Thread; This ear deformation should be done to suitable patients who do not have much deformation. It is a simple and easy method. It is generally not a reassuring and robust procedure. It is a more reliable option to repair the cartilage by shaping it to get a precise, solid and effective result.
Prominent Ear Aesthetics; No suture marks are created on the visible surfaces of the ear. This operation is performed with a short vertical incision of about 3 cm behind the ear. The cartilage is shaped as desired and fixed with permanent stitches. The ear skin is sutured with dissolving sutures and the ear is wrapped with a bandage. Since dissolving sutures are used, there is no need to remove stitches.
You can return home on the day of your operation.
Due to the effect of local anesthesia, there is no pain for about 4 hours after the operation, then you feel a mild pain and it is not at a level that will affect your daily life. This is relieved by the painkillers we give you.
A bandage is applied to the patient’s ear for 3 days, after which he/she is advised to wear a tennis band or hair band for 2 weeks to protect from trauma.
After 3-5 days, you can go out on the street in a state close to normal and continue your daily life.
You can take a short warm shower on the 4th day after the operation.
Since dissolving sutures are used in the operation, you will not have any stitches to be removed.
After the prominent ear operation, the ear may swell slightly and discoloration may occur. These will disappear in a few days.
You can do light-paced exercises that do not tire you two weeks after the operation.
For 3 months it is recommended to protect your ear against trauma.
After the 3rd week, you become more aware of the new shape of your ear, do not feel the need to hide it with your hair and start enjoying it.
Prominent ear aesthetics is an operation that generally gives good and permanent results, improves the mental health of the person, increases self-confidence and makes them more connected to life.
