Prominent Ear Aesthetics
Prominent ear problem is one of the most common deformities in the ear. It usually occurs when the cartilages in the ear area are loose or the ear folds are inadequate. Prominent ear problem is usually seen in both ears, but in some people it can be in one ear. This is a problem that must be resolved as it may cause various psychological problems. With the developing technology, the prominent ear problem can be solved easily.
Problems that lead to prominent ears linked to genetic factors;
- Very wide angle between the auricle and the bone behind the ear.
- Loose structure of the ear cartilage.
- The absence of curves on the ears and scoop structure being flat.
Prominent-ear status, which creates psychological pressure especially for school-age children, should be treated at the right time and in the right way. Although it does not have serious risks, prominent ear operation should be performed by specialist plastic surgeons in a hospital environment. It can be performed under local or general anesthesia depending on the age of the patient and the doctor’s recommendation. Depending on the operation to be applied to the person, surgery can take 45 minutes to 1.5 hours.
Depending on the root cause of the problem in the ear, the ear cartilage is given the proper shape during the operation. The ear is repositioned backwards. The incisions that are opened during the surgery are generally positioned behind the ear and there are no scars left that create an aesthetic problem. Prominent ear surgery is not an operation that affects hearing function. In prominent ear surgery which is easy to perform, the healing process can be completed easily within 1-2 weeks. After the healing process, the prominent ears status completely disappears.
Healing Process After the Operation
- With the effect of anesthesia, no pain is felt during the first 4 hours, and at the end of this period, mild pain lyay occur. However, it is not painful enough to affect daily life. Pain can be relieved by the painkillers used with your doctor’s recommendation.
- In the easi and quickly performed prominent ear surgery, patients undergoing local anesthesia are discharged on the same day.
- Since the incisions applied in the operation are self-melting, there is no need for suture removal.
- The patient completes the healing process in max 2 weeks.
- A warm and short shower can be taken 1-2 days after the operation. This period may vary depending on the patient’s condition, it is helpful to consult your doctor.
- During the healing process, protecting the ears from external factors is very important and protecting the ears positively affects the operation process. It is recommended to wear a headband for 2 weeks.
- Mild swelling and discoloration of the ear can be observed after the operation. This is a normal process and goes away within a few days.
- Light-paced walks can be started 2 weeks after the operation.
- For 3 months, ears should be carefully protected against possible traumas.
- After 3 weeks, the new shape of the ear is noticed.
- At the end of the healing process of the ear surgery, people also have a great psychological pleasure.