Otoplasty

If you’re unhappy with the position, shape, or size of your ears, a simple surgical solution is available at Goldberg Facial Plastic Surgery in Willow Grove, Pennsylvania. Board-certified facial plastic surgeon Joshua E. Goldberg, DO, FACOS, offers otoplasty procedures to perfect the appearance of your ears and exceed cosmetic goals. Schedule an otoplasty evaluation by calling the Goldberg Facial Plastic Surgery office or booking an appointment online today.

What is an otoplasty?

An otoplasty at Goldberg Facial Plastic Surgery is a reconstructive and cosmetic procedure that corrects any ear imperfections. It’s a procedure that alters the position, size, or shape of your ears, creating the look you desire using advanced technologies and procedures. Dr. Goldberg customizes ear surgeries to match long-term goals. 

Which concerns can an otoplasty correct?

An otoplasty can improve the appearance of ears in patients bothered by:

• Asymmetry
• Ear injuries
• Deformities
• Prominent ears
• Large ears
• Poor results after a previous ear surgery
• Underdevelopment
• Ears that stick out

Dr. Goldberg can correct any ear irregularities you’re unhappy with, and he also offers torn earlobe repair.

Who is a candidate for an otoplasty?

Ideal candidates for an otoplasty include patients with ears that have reached their full size. Children may be able to undergo an otoplasty as early as 4-6 years old. Some babies with prominent ears or other ear shape deformities can use splinting, beginning in the first few days of life, instead of ear surgery. 

Dr. Goldberg meets with you to examine your ears and review your goals to determine which type of ear surgery may be best suited for you. 

What can I expect during an otoplasty procedure?

Before the procedure, Dr. Goldberg cleans and numbs the area. You may receive medicine that makes you relaxed or fall asleep. He uses various techniques to correct ear imperfections. 

Dr. Goldberg might make an incision in the inner ear crease or the back of your ear. He can remove extra tissue if necessary and stitch the surgical area closed. An otoplasty procedure might last about 1-2 hours, but this depends on the type of surgery you undergo. 

What happens after ear surgery?

After completing ear surgery, Dr. Goldberg covers your ears in dressings or bandages for added protection and support. Follow all post-care instructions, including taking medications as directed, keeping the surgical area clean, not rubbing your ears, and avoiding sleeping on your side to protect your ears as they heal. Swelling is common and disappears over time.

Follow up with Dr. Goldberg to ensure effective healing or to have stitches removed, and call his office anytime with questions. He determines when you can resume exercise and other daily activities. 

Schedule an otoplasty evaluation at Goldberg Facial Plastic Surgery by calling the office or requesting an appointment online today.