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Excessively large or protruding ears are often a source of ridicule, teasing, and embarrassment. Aesthetic ear surgery, called otoplasty, at Sarasota Plastic Surgery can reshape the “outstanding” ear, by altering its size, position, or configuration. Our plastic surgeons perform ear surgery for both children and adults, depending on the surgical need. The improvement is subtle, but lasts a lifetime and quite often helps the patient feel more self-confident about their appearance.
What is Otoplasty?
Otoplasty is a cosmetic ear surgery that reduces the size of the outer ear. It’s sometimes called ear pinning surgery or ear reduction because it makes the ears less noticeable and can correct protruding ears. It may also be used as a reconstructive surgery to correct an ear deformity (such as cauliflower ear or microtia) and create a more natural shape.
What are the Benefits of Otoplasty?
Otoplasty comes with many benefits, such as:
- Long-lasting results
- Quick, minimally invasive surgery
- Minimal downtime
- Enhanced self-confidence and satisfaction
Meet Our Doctors
Many doctors perform cosmetic and plastic surgery in Sarasota. However, if you’re pursuing a result that only a handful of doctors in the world can achieve, you will want to enlist the help of Sarasota Plastic Surgery Center’s renowned plastic surgeons. Our top-rated surgeons have a delicate touch, vast experience, and an aesthetic eye. Known throughout Florida for their exceptional and natural results, the SPSC board-certified and board-eligible physicians have the highest possible credentials and training.
Other Types of Ear Surgery
Otoplasty is only one type of ear surgery. At Sarasota Plastic Surgery Center, we offer other types of ear surgery to fit our patients’ needs:
Earlobe Reduction
Earlobe reduction is a procedure that reduces the size and prominence of the earlobes. If your earlobes are saggy, stretched, or large, then earlobe reduction can be a more appropriate procedure.
Earlobe Repair
In addition to ear pinning and ear reshaping, our Sarasota office also assists patients who require earlobe repair due to heavy earrings or even gauges.
- Earlobe Reduction
- Earlobe Repair
What is the Otoplasty Procedure Like?
In the cases of protruding ears, the cartilages are reformed and sometimes supported by splints. Soft tissues may also be trimmed away. The incisions are made behind the ear to reveal the ear’s confines. The ears will be repositioned by tightening the skin and then sutured. In cases of hidden ears, when cartilages are not fully developed, manipulations may include reshaping the cartilages by pulling or repositioning while splints are placed as supports. Sometimes, tissue grafting is also necessary to render volume.
Recovery from Otoplasty Surgery
Otoplasties are performed with general anesthesia at our Sarasota surgical center. The procedure will take 1 to 2 hours to complete, and the patient will be sent home for recovery. The ear will be bandaged to keep the new position and shape in place. This also helps so that children cannot touch or play with their ears, which may complicate healing. Activities must be limited, especially within the first week. Scars will remain hidden behind the ears or within the natural folds if the incisions are made in front of the ear.
Candidates for Otoplasty
Good candidates for otoplasty are patients who are self-conscious about their large ears or ears that stick out. Otoplasty can be performed on children as long as their auricular cartilage is fully developed (this happens around five ears old). Our plastic surgery experts will detail your medical history to determine if otoplasty is a good fit. Patients who are prone to ear infections may not be good candidates.
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Related Procedures
Ear surgery can be combined with other facial procedures depending on your aesthetic goals, including:
Why Choose Sarasota Plastic Surgery for Otoplasty?
Sarasota Plastic Surgery provides a team of board-certified plastic surgeons with extensive experience in both cosmetic and reconstructive ear procedures. Our surgeons prioritize precision, natural results, and individualized care. Every treatment is approached with attention to facial balance, safety, and patient comfort, ensuring you achieve subtle, long-lasting improvement in ear shape and appearance.
Schedule a Consultation
To explore ear surgery options and determine the best approach for your needs, schedule a personalized consultation with Sarasota Plastic Surgery. Our team will evaluate your ears, discuss your goals, and recommend a tailored plan to help you achieve a more confident, natural appearance.
