About Ear Surgery
Ears that appear to protrude outward, are asymmetrical or misshapen, or look unnaturally big can negatively impact your self-esteem, especially when young. Otoplasty (ear surgery) is a procedure that helps to correct the size, position, or proportion of the ears to result in a normal appearance. Triple board-certified plastic surgeon William P. Aiello in Los Alamitos, CA has helped many women, men, and children to move past their embarrassment of exposing their ears by undergoing this surgery. Dr. Aiello also performs earlobe repair surgery, which is commonly requested by those who wish to correct their earlobe gauging. No matter the cosmetic issue, otoplasty at Ocean Plastic Surgery Center allows a patient to proudly show their face at any angle with newfound confidence. If you or your child are worried about ear shape or size, make an appointment with Dr. Aiello to find out about your options for ear surgery.
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Ideal candidates for ear surgery
Ear surgery can be performed at any age; however, it is often most common among children and is recommended before the start of elementary school but after the age of six. This is when their ears have reached full size, and the procedure is safe and effective to be completed on a child. If you feel embarrassed from the size of your ears or because they are misshapen or protrude outward, otoplasty can help you obtain a normal appearance.
Sufferers of a torn, stretched, or damaged earlobe may also be candidates for ear surgery. Whether heavy earrings have damaged your earlobes or they just don’t look as good as they did when you were younger, earlobe repair surgery can restore them to their previous state. Most commonly, earlobe repair is done to correct the aftermath of a body modification trend known as earlobe gauging. Some people who used to like this look have grown up and entered the workforce or military, and they are seeking to have their ears back to normal.
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What to expect from ear surgery
Recovery for any type of breast lift is more extensive than surgery with implants only. After the procedure, you will wear a medical compression bra to assist with swelling. A thin tube is also inserted near the location of the incision to help with excess fluid leakage that can often occur after surgery. After surgery, the swelling usually goes away within several days. Dr. Aiello or a member of his team will provide in-depth home care instructions to help with your healing process. Aesthetic results after a breast lift surgery begin to take shape after a few weeks as the breasts take their higher placement on your bustline. Your breasts will feel and appear natural, and you will feel healthy and beautiful.
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Though ears are not very big, an unusual size, position, or shape may make a significant difference in your appearance. Otoplasty (ear surgery) may help your child avoid being teased by classmates or help you if you have always felt unhappy with your ears. Call Ocean Plastic Surgery Center in Los Alamitos, CA to schedule a consultation with Dr. Aiello and get more information about surgical ear reshaping.
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