Your ears help create a balanced face and natural visage. However, sometimes your ears may appear larger or uneven in contrast to your face. This harmless imbalance can cause distress and anxiety during social events. For children who have protruding ears, this may have even more of a psychological effect as they may be subjected to bullying and teasing from their peers. Fortunately, there is a simple procedure that can rectify your ears. Dr. Pamela Henderson can reshape your ears with a simple ear surgery in Scottsdale.
Understanding Otoplasty
- Large drooping earlobes
- Protruding ears
- Asymmetrical shape
- Or wish to rectify a previous procedure
Preliminary Consultation
Dr. Henderson will hold a pre-operational consultation in which she will assess and measure your ears. By doing this, she can decide what kind of procedures she will need to perform. Together you and she will discuss treatment goals and your desired appearance. The procedure is most commonly performed on children, as their cartilage is more malleable. However, this doesn’t preclude adults from undergoing the procedure. She will balance what is medically necessary with what you desire. She can guide your choice with her knowledge and expertise. So that you feel comfortable and safe, Dr. Henderson will detail your procedure and ask if you have any questions or concerns.
The Procedure
During the day of your procedure, sedation anesthesia may be administered by a certified anesthetist or, if preferred, local anesthesia alone may be used on teenagers through adults at Dr. Henderson’s accredited in-office surgical facility. Younger children are treated using general anesthesia at a local hospital. She will make a small incision behind the ear and reshape the cartilage to desired proportions. She may remove or adjust the cartilage so that your ears are less prominent or do not hang low. Her sutures create a natural appearance to your face and ears so that they do not seem artificial or pinned back.
Post-Operative Care
Dr. Henderson advises that patients wear the bandages after their surgery to prevent discomfort and risk of infection. You should keep your head elevated and ear free from excess heat. Her small incisions reduce discomfort and swelling, but if you should feel some pain, she can provide medications and other forms of relief.
Benefits Of Otoplasty
Otoplasty offers many benefits for both young and old alike. Dr. Henderson’s technique ensures that you have a quick recovery and beautiful long lasting results. It can restore your confidence and balance your face. Children who have larger than normal ears do not have to suffer from teasing and bullying. Otoplasty procedures are very common and safe procedures.
