Ear Correction Surgery

Otoplasty is the surgical reshaping of the outer ear, to correct either deformity or make them look better. Otoplasty can be either a cosmetic or reconstructive procedure. Correction of bat ear or prominent ear is an example of cosmetic otoplasty, while surgery to build up the outer ear after an injury is an example of reconstructive otoplasty. It can involve changing the angle and shape of the ears to make them less prominent, improve the shape, position, or proportion of the ear. It can correct a defect in the ear structure that is present at birth that becomes apparent with development or it can treat deformities caused by the injury.