Do Not Turn a Deaf Ear to Ear Aesthetics

Our ears are not only organs of hearing; they also contribute to balance and play a complementary role in facial aesthetics. Ear aesthetics is therefore an important field in plastic surgery.

Procedures performed on the ears can influence both appearance and, in selected cases, comfort or function. The best-known ear aesthetic procedure addresses prominent ears, but ear surgery is not limited to this issue.

Other procedures may focus on ear size, ear shape, ear lobe changes or the proportion of the ear to the face and head. The ultimate goal is a more balanced and natural-looking appearance.

Masks made ears more visible

In recent years, mask use has drawn more attention to the ears. Patients who already felt their ears looked large or prominent have increasingly sought information about ear aesthetic surgery.

Reduction of the auricle or earlobe can sometimes be incorporated into an otoplasty plan. Incisions are generally hidden behind the ear, making scars difficult to notice over time.

These procedures are usually relatively short and comfortable, with a recovery process that allows return to daily life in a short period, depending on the treatment plan.

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