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	face procedures::otoplasty otoplasty Do you or your child’s ears stick out or are they overly large? Ear surgery (otoplasty) is a procedure to reposition ears closer to the head or to reduce the size of the ears. Otoplasty is usually performed when children are at least four years old which is typically the age ears stop growing. Ear surgery on adults is also possible, and there are generally no additional risks associated with ear surgery on an older patient. One method for otoplasty involves the surgeon making a small incision in the back of the ear to expose the ear cartilage. The doctor will then re-shape the cartilage and bend it back toward the head. Another technique involves a similar incision in the back of the ear. Skin is than removed and stitches are used to sculpt the cartilage back on itself to reshape the ear without removing cartilage. After the surgery, the head will be covered with a bandage to help with the healing process. Within a few days, a lighter head dressing similar to a headband will replace the bandages. Follow your surgeon's advice on when to begin normal activities. You can reduce any post-operation risk of complication by closely following your surgeon’s instructions. The information presented on this site is intended to be used for informational use only, it is not intended to be a substitute for professional advice. If you are planning on having a procedure performed or if there is anything you don't understand about your procedure, please consult a physician. If you would like to schedule a consultation with one of our board certified plastic surgeons click here or call (800) 505-3627.