To determine if otoplasty is right for you, Dr. Johnson reviews your medical history and desired results. She examines your ears and lets you know what to expect during the procedure before customizing a cosmetic surgery treatment plan. She usually completes the procedure on both of your ears during the same surgery to ensure outstanding symmetry.
You Won’t Believe Your Ears!
Otoplasty is a surgical procedure commonly referred to as ear pinning. During this procedure, the ears are reshaped, repositioned, or reduced in size to achieve a more proportionate and aesthetically pleasing appearance. Otoplasty can address a variety of concerns, including prominent ears (ears that stick out too far from the head), asymmetry, or deformities caused by injury or congenital conditions.
If you’re bothered by protruding ears, request an appointment to discuss your otoplasty in Fort Worth with Dr. Johnson.
Otoplasty Highlights
What Can Otoplasty Treat?
Why Choose 817 Surgical Arts?
Complimentary Consultation
Our goal is to educate and inform our patients. We encourage all patients to request an appointment to consult with our team, at no cost, to discuss the surgical options available to them.
No-Pressure Environment
We never pressure our patients into making unnecessary choices regarding treatment. We want to ensure the right choices are being made when electing surgery.
Board-Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon
Dr. Emily Johnson, a triple board-certified facial plastic and cosmetic surgeon, has many years of experience and tailors each otoplasty in Fort Worth to exceed her patients’ aesthetic goals.
Expectations for Results
Whether your otoplasty focuses on pinning protruding ears or another aesthetic concern, an otoplasty in Fort Worth with Dr. Johnson can help restore self-esteem and improve confidence in the appearance of you or your child’s ears.
How is Otoplasty Performed?
Step 1: Consultation
You’ll meet Dr. Johnson at our office in Fort Worth, where she will listen to your concerns and desired results. She will examine the ears, explain options that will best suit you or your child, and answer any questions you may have. It’s important to note otoplasty can only be performed once the ears have reached their full size, typically after age 5.
Step 2: Procedure
Otoplasty is an outpatient procedure in which we place the child under general anesthesia. Adults may elect to have this procedure under local anesthesia with oral sedation. The otoplasty takes 2 to 3 hours. During this time Dr. Johnson makes incisions on the back of the ear(s). The cartilage is folded into the desired position, and the ear will be pinned with internal stitches. Excess skin and cartilage may also be removed.
Step 3: Recovery
Our staff will provide thorough post-surgery guidelines for you or your child’s otoplasty. Pain is typically mild and easily managed with acetaminophen or ibuprofen. Patients can typically return to work or school within 1 week after surgery, depending on individual comfort levels and the nature of their activities.
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