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Cosmetic Ear Surgery Tips
NewImage.com Tip: Fixing Pulled Earlobes
Earlobe pulling is a common problem, particularly with infants who tend to tug on their ears during their teething years. Ears can also be stretched due to wearing heavy earrings over a long period of time. The skin of the earlobe is very pliable, so any continuous downward pressure on it can cause permanent stretching. Cosmetic ear surgery is an ideal way to correct stretched lobes.
An incision is made at the back of the ear, exposing the cartilage. This opening then allows the surgeon to manipulate the existing skin, pulling it into a tighter shape. The incision is closed again, and sutures are put in place to hold the skin during the healing period.
After this type of corrective surgery, avoid wearing heavy earrings or anything that might weigh the lobe down, as the ear will stretch again, regardless of the previous surgery.
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NewImage.com Tip: Otoplasty or Cosmetic Ear Surgery
Otoplasty is a popular style of cosmetic surgery that is designed to help those born with a number of ear formations, such as "lope" ears (ears that tip forward), "cupped" ears (abnormally small ears), and ears that stick out from the head. Some people even experience a combination of these formations. Although it's possible that hearing can be impaired by some of these ear formations, most of the time the correction is for cosmetic purposes. Keep this in mind if you decide to approach your health care provider for coverage. Chances are, your otoplasty surgery will not be covered unless you can prove that your hearing is in jeopardy without it. See your ear, nose, and throat doctor or an otologist (ear specialist) before hand to discuss your options.
