Treatment
Indications for Adults
All adults with this problem are indicated for surgical intervention.
The plastic surgery specialist carries out an initial consultation to:
- Measure the degree of deformation of the ears;
- Establish an accurate diagnosis;
- Assess the patient's general health status;
- Understand and discuss the patient's motivations;
- Decide on the type of anesthesia.
It is very important that you ask any questions you may have and share your expectations regarding the results with the surgeon.
Indications for Children
If you are the parent of a child with protruding ears, know that only surgery can correct this deformity.
Up to 6 months, it's possible to use molds to help correct the malformation. After this period, there's no point in forcing the ear to reposition.
Surgical correction in children can be considered from the age of 5, once the ear has already reached 80% development. It is from the age of 6 that a person's aesthetic perception of self-perception develops, so correction at the age of 5 often prevents self-esteem issues.
Plus, it's the time they start school. Corrective surgery can prevent embarrassment.
Medical Specialist
in Otoplasty
Dr. Carolina Andresen
- Graduate in Medicine and Surgery with specific training in Plastic Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery
- Attended 42 national and international courses and meetings in the field of Plastic Surgery
- Awarded 6 scientific merit awards
English (UK)