Otoplasty

During the exam you should be ready to discuss:

• Why do you want to do this surgery, your expectations and the end result that you would consider desirable.
• Medical problems you may have, drug allergies and previous surgeries and medical treatments
• List of medications, vitamins, and supplements you use.
• Also tell your doctor about alcohol, tobacco, or drug use.

Medical examination

It includes an assessment of your general health and identification of any risk factors for surgery.

Evaluation and taking measurements. Analysis and explanation of the goals of the operation and the surgical plan.

• You will need to have a general blood test
• If you are over 40 or have a health problem you may need a chest x-ray, electrocardiogram or some more specialized tests.If you have a
• chronic illness you may need to see your doctor or adjust the doses of the medicines you are taking.
• Smoking cessation at least 2 weeks before surgery.
• Avoid taking aspirin and certain anti-inflammatory drugs and other medications as they may increase bleeding during surgery (you will be given a list of medications, supplements and foods we recommend to avoid preoperatively)
• Stop taking drugs because they may interact dangerously with the drugs that will be used in the operating room.
• Arrange to have with you the special pressure pad that your surgeon will suggest.

The operation can be performed under local anesthesia or a combination of local anesthesia and sedation or under general anesthesia.

These options will be discussed during the review.

After the injection of the local anesthetic, an incision will be made in an invisible position on the back surface of the ear and the necessary corrections will be made.

Depending on the type of problem, seams can be placed that fold the anther, a seam that corrects the position of the lobe while in cases of a large niche, a part of it is removed.

The decision for any plastic surgery is personal and should be made by weighing the benefits of achieving your main cosmetic goals and the risks and possible complications of surgery.

Otoplasty is usually a very safe operation, with very little chance of complications, however, as in any surgery there are some unavoidable risks.

You will be asked to sign consent forms to ensure that you fully understand the process and the potential risks and possible complications.

The form we have prepared for you is very detailed, analyzes and explains in depth all the possible risks associated with the operation.

In addition to the analysis in the office, this form will be given to you so that you can study it with more time at your disposal at home and to be able to solve any additional questions that may arise during a second visit to our office.

The key to the success of your surgery is to follow exactly the postoperative instructions that will be given to you.

You usually need to be hospitalized for a few hours after the operation in order to recover from the medications given during the operation.

Mobilization is done immediately in the first postoperative hours and if your doctor examines you if you feel well you can go home the same day. In any other case the discharge takes place the next morning. If you feel shortness of breath, chest pain or unusual heartbeat rhythm or bleeding from the incision points, contact your doctor.

It is important that surgical incisions are not subjected to excessive force, friction or movement during healing.

You will need to take antibiotics for a week and painkillers for a few days.

You will need to treat the surgical wound with antiseptic spray and antibiotic ointment until the sutures are removed.

After about 7-10 days you will be able to return to work

The ears will be covered for 24 hours with special gauze and bandages. When removed, it is recommended to use a special patch for 2 weeks throughout the day and for another 2 weeks at night only.

Scheduled review is recommended on the 7th, 14th postoperative day and the 1st, 3rd and 6th month

• Am I a good candidate for this surgery?
• How should the operation be done to have the best possible results?
• What are the risks and complications associated with surgery? How often do these problems occur?
• How are complications treated?
• How much recovery period and what help will I need during it?
• What should I do to help get the best results?
• Will the picture change over time?
• What are my options if I am unhappy with the aesthetic result of the surgery in the future?