Otoplasty

Rhode Island Otoplasty Surgeon

Otoplasty, also known as Ear Pinning, Ear Pinback, or Ear Reduction Surgery, is the cosmetic plastic surgery procedure that permanently corrects protruding or misshapen ears. Otoplasty in Rhode Island does so by positioning the ears closer to the head (Ear Pinning), reshaping them, reducing their size, and making them more symmetrical.  At the Polacek Center our Rhode Island Cosmetic Surgeon, Dr. Lori Polacek, is experienced and highly skilled in these procedures.

Otoplasty is tailored by our Rhode Island plastic surgeon according to the patient’s needs. Rhode Island Ear Pinning techniques include rearranging or sculpting existing ear cartilage; adjusting the position of the ear and lobe to that of the head; rearranging or adding skin or cartilage grafts.

Rhode Island Otoplasty ranks as the most commonly performed plastic surgery procedures in Rhode Island on children between ages five and fourteen. In fact, Ear Pinning is one cosmetic surgery where “earlier is better” to save a child’s self esteem.  Children having Otoplasty will undergo general anesthesia to assure that they will remain still for maximum safety. On the other hand, adults can undergo Ear Pinning with local anesthesia and sedation, if they have a calm nature.

During your consultation Rhode Island Plastic Surgeon, Dr. Polacek will review your treatment options for ear surgery, including pros and cons of each procedure, potential risks and complications, recovery course, pre and post operative instructions, and esthetic outcomes.

Not everyone is a candidate for Otoplasty in Rhode Island. Patients who smoke, take medications or have certain medical conditions such as heart disease, blood clotting problems, diabetes or the tendency to form excessive scars should discuss potential risks with their surgeons.

Prior to all procedures, Aspirin and Anti Inflammatory drugs should be avoided.