Ear surgery (otoplasty)

Otoplasty is a plastic surgery aimed at correcting the shape of the auricle. It is performed for the plasty of its asymmetry, elimination of protruding ears, as well as for complete or partial reconstruction of the ears. There are several types of otoplasty:

• aesthetic plastic. Performed in cases when it is necessary to suture the lobe, perform correction without changing or restoring the structure of the auricle;
• reconstructive. Designed to restore the shape and structure of ears that have undergone changes due to injury or disease. Compared to the previous option, the complexity and, as a consequence, the cost of the technique is higher.

What are the features of plastic auricles

In most cases, surgery is performed to treat protruding ears. According to statistics, 95% of patients deal with just such a problem. Plastic intervention is performed once and in one manipulation, the shape of the cartilage is changed. If we talk about reconstruction, then in this situation, observation of the patient is required, as well as the passage of a period of rehabilitation. We add that otoplasty is performed for persons who have reached the age of 6 years.

Otoplasty technique

Plastic surgery is performed using local anesthesia on an outpatient basis. So, after preparation, an incision is made on the back surface of the auricle. After that, the cartilage is dissected and the reconstructed site is secured. The next step is the application of a cosmetic suture and bandage. On the same day, the patient is allowed to go home. It takes 30 to 40 minutes to shrink and reshape the ear. The stitches are removed after 8-10 days. It should be noted that the bandage is applied at home only during sleep to avoid damage.

Reducing the size of the auricle is possible in the clinic of plastic and cosmetic surgery in Poltava. Patients from other regions of Ukraine are also accepted, including from Kiev and Kharkov. Recording and clarification of the price is possible on the official website. Additionally, you can read the reviews of our clients.

Contraindications

It is important to note the presence of a number of contraindications that prohibit suturing the lobe, performing plastic surgery or restoring cartilage:

• an allergic response to local anesthetics;
• pregnancy and lactation in women;
• inflammatory and infectious diseases of the face and auricle area;
• neurological damage.

Before the operation, a consultation is carried out, the scope of work is determined and, accordingly, the cost of the procedure.

Rehabilitation period and care

In the postoperative period, it is necessary to comply with a number of requirements that are standard for any contour plastic surgery:

• abstinence from physical activity. Mostly for men who need to plan a vacation or sick leave at work that requires effort;
• the use of a sterile dressing;
• using a compression bandage. So, it is necessary to use the pressure tape around the clock for one week and at night for two weeks.

Note that after surgery, women and men should limit their visits to the bath, solarium or sauna.

Complications

After the procedure, the patient may experience:

• pain in the ear;
• decreased tactile sensitivity in the area of ​​the surgical wound;
• swelling

As practice shows, the above phenomena disappear within two weeks.

Results of work

After plastic surgery, the patient receives the desired shape and size of the auricle due to plastic surgery or reconstruction. At the end of the rehabilitation period, the ears have:

• neat and natural shape;
• symmetrical relationship with respect to each other;
• do not disturb the proportion of the head.

You can get acquainted with the results of the work of our specialists on the clinic's website in the "Reviews" section.

How much does it cost to perform the procedures?

The approximate price of plastic surgery is available for review in the section "Our Prices". We add that each case is individual, and the final cost may depend on the amount of work. For this reason, a preliminary consultation is carried out to clarify all the circumstances. Registration is carried out on the website in the "Contacts" section. The clinic is located in Poltava and accepts patients from all over Ukraine, including clients from Kiev and Kharkov.