Earlobe Repair (Otoplasty) Jacksonville
Our experts in Facial Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery are here to help restore form and function.
What is Otoplasty?
The ear is a complex structure of skin, cartilage, and muscles. People can be born with deformities of the ear. Deformities can also develop after piercing, injury, or surgery.
Otoplasty is a surgery to reshape the outer ear. It is performed under local anesthesia to correct deformities, minimize defects, and reduce scars. Ear reshaping is commonly performed to correct defects caused by removal of skin cancers, stretching due to earrings, or ear lobe rips.
What are the benefits of ear reshaping (otoplasty)?
The ear lobe is a small area yet it can have a big impact on your appearance. A misshapen or deformed ear lobe can cause some people to feel self-conscious about their appearance. Otoplasty can help re-create a natural shape of the outer ear which will bring balance and proportion to the face.
Before and after:
What can you expect?
Before any procedure, you will have a consultation with our facial plastic and reconstructive surgeon. The surgeon will listen to you, perform a thorough evaluation, and provide you an individualized treatment plan to address your specific needs and concerns.
The surgery is performed in the clinic under local anesthesia. After the surgery, you may have bandages on your ear lobes. If there are bandages, your doctor will tell you how long to keep the bandages on. If there are no bandages, you should clean and apply Vaseline to the surgery area (ear lobe) every day.
All procedures carry some risk. However, complications from ear reshaping are less likely when performed by trained facial plastic and reconstructive surgeons. The most common complications include possible infection, bruising, and changes in sensation. While your surgeon will do all they can to ensure your ears are symmetrical and natural looking, this is not always possible in all cases.
Choose Jacksonville Dermatology & Cosmetic Surgery
We can help you to restore form and function to your ear. Our facial plastic and reconstructive surgeon delivers remarkable outcomes and patient experiences through quality care, compassion, and innovation. We are a team who cares deeply about our neighbors and are a positive resource to the community.