Indication
Incorrect position or deformities of the external ear influence the outer appearance of an individual and might even lead to psychological or emotional stress or insecurity. Deformities of the external ear are mostly congenital and present from birth. Not infrequently are children with projecting ears teased in school.

Operation
The definite shape and size of the ears is completed quite early in life. Due to this, other than in surgery of the nose, otoplasty is often performed in children before they reach their school age (from 5 years of age).
To correct the ears an incision is placed behind the ear and the cartilage is reduced to a certain amount. The remaining cartilage is then carefully scratched and moulded into the desired shape. The techique allows for correction of position, size and shape of the ears.

Anesthesia
In children the operation is usually performed in general anesthesia whereas in adults the quite limited procedure is carried out in local anesthesia or under sedation.

Duration of stay in the clinic
Either as an outpatient procedure or with a stay of 1-2 days in the clinic.

After the procedure
A special dressing is applied to the head after the procedure and is to be worn for two days. After that the hair will be washed and dressed in the clinic together with inspection of wound healing. Sutures are removed after 2 weeks. To ensure the result of the operation it is very important to wear a headband during nighttime for approximately 4 weeks.