Our ears are one of our star sensing performers, and they also play a standout position in the face department. Ears are unique to us but there are standard measurements that can make them more aesthetically balanced and proportioned. As published in an Otoplasty paper, in the National Library of Medicine, our ears should be equal length of the nose from the bridge to the upper lip and rest two-to-two-and-a-half centimetres off each side of the head.
Often ear deformities are present from birth, but in some cases ears may be affected by injury. It is common for people to sport ‘sticking out’ features, deformities or have one ear larger than another. Otoplasty is a cosmetic surgical procedure that is available to all ages, adults and children, to restore greater balance, harmonise features and natural shape to ears. It corrects protruding ears, and remedies any shape, size and asymmetrical issues.
Otoplasty is often deemed a lifechanging procedure, and although any cosmetic and plastic surgery comes with risks, it is a safe and effective way of addressing ear issues. The procedure involves a plastic surgeon removing excess skin and cartilage. The cartilage is then reshaped and contoured, and folded into position to a suited shape and size. Incisions are typically made on the back surface of the ear to ensure scars are hidden in the natural crease of the ear, thus remaining discreet. Surgery is performed under general anaesthetic, with swelling subsiding after a few weeks, allowing for a return to normal everyday activities, and dressings in place for the first week after surgery.
Otoplasty not only restores balance and symmetry, but also body confidence, reach out to a trusted team of cosmetic and plastic surgery specialists.