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This cosmetic procedure is carried out under a local anaesthetic, sometimes a general aneasthetic is possible, depending on the surgeons opinion.
The surgeon makes an incision just behind the ear in the natural fold where the ear meets the head. Cartilage and skin are then removed from the ear to achieve the right effect, – additionally, some of the cartilage may be pinned back with stitches.
Solves the problems of congenital defects or post-accident deformities.
Before a decision is made about your operation, it is very important to consult with an experienced surgeon.
It is necessary to be in a good health.
Once you’ve had ear surgery, the results are permanent – although because ear cartilage is very elastic, there is always some forward movement of the ears after the operation.
You can join sport activities and get back to full physical work in 2–3 months after the surgery. You have to be very careful especially with the sport activities, because ball shot or a vehement wrench of ears at close contact can affect the surgery effect.
In the 3 months after the surgery it is not advised to sunbathe, due to the process in the operating areas. Some of the cells involved in this process absorb pigment permanently and this way some areas could be permanently hyper pigmented.
You might also feel unhappy after a few days. This is normal and is caused due to the stress, general anaesthetic, lack of patience with the healing problems, more pain than you expected or the fact that because you underwent ear pinning – otoplasty cosmetic surgery abroad you miss your home and family.
While the stitches heal, you may feel that your ears are pulling or are tight, but this usually goes away.
Other rarer complications include infection, bleeding underneath the skin, and you may end up with slightly asymmetrical or “cauliflower” ears.
Most people’s scars aren’t noticeable, but occasionally, excess scar tissue can form which could look odd.
Important, Before You Fly:
Please advise us if you are taking aspirins, as we need to make sure that you have at least two clear weeks of not taking them, before any operation.
When choosing your operation date, please make sure that the start date of your period does not commence on date of operation. The operation will be cancelled, and we cannot be held responsible for any costs associated with rebooking of flights etc., - around new date(s) offered. Please note: It does not matter if your period starts immediately after the operation. If in doubt, please select dates which you can be sure about, or see your local GP, as they can offer tablets/medication to delay your period.
Cosmetic Surgery Abroad - This page contains inforamtion about Protruding Ears Operation (Otoplasty) within our Prague Clinic, within the Czech Republic - Going Abroad for Surgery. Cosmetic Surgery Prague.
Last update: 15th April 06
Protruding Ears Operation (Otoplasty)
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Protruding Ears Operation (Otoplasty) - Cosmetic Surgey Abroad, Prague, Czech Republic.
To reduce the size or prominence of one or both ears, caused by either, congenital defects or post-accident deformities.
This cosmetic procedure is carried out under a local anaesthetic, sometimes a general aneasthetic is possible, depending on the surgeons opinion.
The surgeon makes an incision just behind the ear in the natural fold where the ear meets the head. Cartilage and skin are then removed from the ear to achieve the right effect, – additionally, some of the cartilage may be pinned back with stitches.
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The Purpose:
To reduce the size or prominence of one or both ears.The Treatment:
This procedure should be carried out by a surgeon with relevant skills and experience.Solves the problems of congenital defects or post-accident deformities.
Before a decision is made about your operation, it is very important to consult with an experienced surgeon.
It is necessary to be in a good health.
- Operation and post-operative care
- Is carried out under a local anaesthetic, sometimes a general anaesthetic is possible, depending on the surgeon's opinion.
- A narrow strip from a fusiform incision behind the ear will be removed, gristle will be exposed, and with soft incisions the area will be prepared for the reshaping operation.
- The auricle will be fixed into its new position with a few intrinsic stitches, and also by stitches which are led across rouleaues.
- The wound behind the ear will be sewed up with absorbable stitches.
- Bandages will be applied.
- You will be given painkillers, and the pain should disappear after the second day. Sensitivity of the auricle lasts for 2 weeks.
- The bandages will be removed after 12-14 days when the stitches will be removed, at this time it is possible to wash your hair.
- For 14 days you are recommend to wear a headband - during day and night, and another 2 months at nights only.
- The headband is important for healing and protects the auricles in their new position.
The Results:
Once you’ve had ear surgery, the results are permanent – although because ear cartilage is very elastic, there is always some forward movement of the ears after the operation.You can join sport activities and get back to full physical work in 2–3 months after the surgery. You have to be very careful especially with the sport activities, because ball shot or a vehement wrench of ears at close contact can affect the surgery effect.
In the 3 months after the surgery it is not advised to sunbathe, due to the process in the operating areas. Some of the cells involved in this process absorb pigment permanently and this way some areas could be permanently hyper pigmented.
How will I feel after the Ear Pinning (Otoplasty)?
You will probably feel tired, sleepy and suffer from pain especially in 1–2 days after the surgery.You might also feel unhappy after a few days. This is normal and is caused due to the stress, general anaesthetic, lack of patience with the healing problems, more pain than you expected or the fact that because you underwent ear pinning – otoplasty cosmetic surgery abroad you miss your home and family.
Is the Ear Pinning Recovery Painful?
According to our client’s experience adults can suffer from a pain, especially the first 2 days after the surgery. However, when you will be leaving the clinic you will be given painkillers by the surgeon. You will probably feel discomfort, swelling, and numbness in the areas where surgery was performed.Possible Risks and Complications – Ear Pinning/Otoplasty
The specific risks and the suitability of otoplasty for a given individual can be determined only at the time of consultation. All surgical procedures have some degree of risk. Minor complications that do not affect the outcome occur occasionally. Major complications are rare.While the stitches heal, you may feel that your ears are pulling or are tight, but this usually goes away.
Other rarer complications include infection, bleeding underneath the skin, and you may end up with slightly asymmetrical or “cauliflower” ears.
Most people’s scars aren’t noticeable, but occasionally, excess scar tissue can form which could look odd.
Extra Information
Important, Before You Fly:
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All Clients:
Please advise us if you are taking aspirins, as we need to make sure that you have at least two clear weeks of not taking them, before any operation.
Ladies:
When choosing your operation date, please make sure that the start date of your period does not commence on date of operation. The operation will be cancelled, and we cannot be held responsible for any costs associated with rebooking of flights etc., - around new date(s) offered. Please note: It does not matter if your period starts immediately after the operation. If in doubt, please select dates which you can be sure about, or see your local GP, as they can offer tablets/medication to delay your period.
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Cosmetic Surgery Abroad - This page contains inforamtion about Protruding Ears Operation (Otoplasty) within our Prague Clinic, within the Czech Republic - Going Abroad for Surgery. Cosmetic Surgery Prague.
Last update: 15th April 06
