Our ability to hear occurs through our ears, and  they have an important place in an individual's outer appearance and is one of the most sensitive organs in the body. This sensitive structure of the ear affects the individual in outer environment too. The ear is an organ that is important in terms of beauty feature, which is also very important in terms of aesthetics. Problems with the ear can come from birth or can occur later in life. Other than these types of ear problems, the most commonly performed operation is prominent ear surgery. The operation, in which the outward-angled ear is corrected, is called "otoplasty". The main purpose of this operation is to correct the folds of the ear which have completed their formation differently than normal, to get a better image in terms of beauty and aesthetics by placing the ear that is open outward closer to the skull. That is to bring the ear to its natural appearance.

Ear Aesthetics

Wide ear or the prominent ear problem is a problem encountered in approximately 3% to 5% of individuals living in the society. Because of this problem, individuals can be people who are made fun of in their society. The main goal in ear aesthetic operations is to achieve the appearance of the ear image as in normal people. Although the complaint of everyone who has this problem seem common, the form and size of the problems differ from one another. For this reason, the ears of each individual experiencing the problem should be examined differently and the patient and the doctor should act accordingly. If this type of problem is encountered in newborn babies immediately after birth, this situation can be corrected much more easily. The problem of the ear being open outwards in the newborn babies can be treated with tape and ear splints without the need for any operation. This process can be applied for several months to get good results. The problem is solved in most babies with this method.

The problems with the ear is not just that the ear is prominent, different types of ear appearance disorders may occur. Examples of these are, larger than normal ear, not having an ear or having a shriveled ear. The appropriate operation method can be determined and applied for the solution of these problems. Ear problems that occur in individuals as a result of their profession or natural events can also be resolved by the interference of a doctor. One of the most common problems related to the ears is the problem of the earlobe, which is torn due to the earring, although there is no deformity in the ear. This problem occurs in the ear due to the use of large earrings. In general, this problem can be fixed with a small surgical aesthetic operation.

Prominent Ear Surgery

The prominent ear operation can be performed on individuals after a certain age. This age is between 6-7 years of age as recommended by specialist doctors. The main reason for choosing this age range is that ear development is completed by this time and the surgery to be performed does not involve any threat to the growth of the ears. In fact, the most appropriate period for surgery is preschool childhood. The most operated group in terms of psychological effects are the high school and the university students. Prominent ear surgery should be performed in an operating room. For young and adult patients, the operation can be performed easily using local anesthesia. For children younger in age, general anesthesia is recommended during the operation. The main purpose of the surgery is to correct what ever the problem is in the ear.  A small incision is made in the back of the ear, which opens out from the curly part and the non-fully formed ear fold is the process of shaping the cartilage inside the ear and bringing the ear closer to the skull, which looks like a scoop. Patients do not need to wait in hospital after the surgery is completed, they can return home after the necessary checks are done. Since the pain is very mild after the surgery, the usual simple painkillers can be taken by the patient. After the operation, a feeling of pressure may occur in the ear for the first few days, except that no other problems are expected to occur. After the operation is completed, the dressing and bandage is applied to the ear. This dressing and the bandage can be removed on the 3rd or the 4th day of surgery. The operated ear may remain open during the day, but a bandage should be applied to the ear when lying at night for 1 month after the operation.

What Are The Prominent Ear Problems For Ear Aesthetics?

Although the prominent ear problem differs mainly in size and shape, it is basically the same kind of problem. In the occurance of this problem, one of the parts of the ear, the auricle, does not have the fold that should normally have or it is very open to the side.

The excessive development of the cartilage part in the back of the ears becomes overgrown and takes an outward direction, which triggers this problem. In order to save the ear from the outward opening position, stitches can be placed between the cartilage in the back and the skin of the skull. These stitches are very difficult to see because they are located at the back of the ear of the patient. If the ear has reached the desired position after the operation on the ear, these stitches are removed without any pain. If you want to benefit from this quality service, you can contact us at UÇEP and you can get detailed information about the operation and request an appointment.

As with any surgery, complications that can be seen rarely are also valid for this surgery. The formation of a blood clot in the ear may pass by itself, or it may be necessary to drain it with a needle. The development of infection is important in terms of delaying the healing of the ear. This problem can be solved with antibiotic treatments.

For more information on the application of Prominent Ear Surgery / Ear Surgery and other enquiries please contact us at UCEP in Fethiye.