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Prominent or protruding ears can draw attention away from your natural facial features and affect self-confidence at any age. Whether caused by genetics or minor irregularities in cartilage development, the position or shape of the ears plays a subtle yet important role in overall facial harmony.
At Plastic Surgery Specialists of South Florida in Hollywood, FL, we offer customized otoplasty procedures to reshape and reposition the ears with precision and care. Whether your goal is to reduce prominence, correct asymmetry, or refine ear shape, our surgeons bring a thoughtful, artistic approach to achieve results that appear natural and balanced. Each treatment is tailored to your unique anatomy and aesthetic preferences, helping restore confidence and facial symmetry in a way that feels authentically you.
Otoplasty is a specialized cosmetic ear surgery designed to reshape, reposition, or reduce the size of the ears for improved facial balance. Often addressing concerns such as protruding, uneven, or overly large ears, otoplasty is performed on both children and adults who feel self-conscious about the appearance of their ears. This procedure helps create a more harmonious profile by bringing the ears into better proportion with the rest of the face, resulting in a natural, confident appearance through a tailored surgical approach.
Here are four key benefits of otoplasty, each with a brief explanation:
Otoplasty is typically performed under local or general anesthesia and takes about 1–2 hours. During the procedure, the surgeon repositions, reshapes, or reduces the ears through incisions made behind or within the ear’s natural folds. After surgery, you’ll wear a protective bandage for a few days, with most swelling resolving within a week. Results are immediate and long-lasting, offering a more balanced, natural ear appearance.
Otoplasty Surgery at Plastic Surgery Specialists of South Florida
Otoplasty is a transformative procedure that reshapes and repositions the ears to restore facial harmony and boost self-confidence. Dr. Barnavon and Dr. Reisler bring together surgical expertise and aesthetic sensitivity to correct prominent or misshapen ears with results that look natural and feel balanced with the rest of your features.
With decades of experience, international training, and a forward-thinking approach, our board-certified plastic surgeons perform ear surgery with meticulous attention to detail and patient comfort. Widely respected in the field of facial and reconstructive surgery, Dr. Barnavon and Dr. Reisler craft personalized otoplasty solutions that help both children and adults feel more confident in their appearance, with long-lasting, elegant results.
While otoplasty is often performed on children as young as 5 or 6—once the ears have reached full development—many adults also choose to undergo this procedure. It’s a safe and effective option at any age for those seeking to improve the appearance or symmetry of their ears.
The incisions for otoplasty are typically made behind the ear or within the natural folds, making scars minimal and well-concealed. Over time, most patients find the scars fade significantly and are barely noticeable.
Yes, otoplasty is commonly used to address ear asymmetry. The procedure can improve size, shape, and positioning to create a more balanced appearance, even if the differences between the ears are significant.
Otoplasty is usually well-tolerated. Patients may experience some soreness or tightness during the initial recovery phase, but discomfort is generally mild and can be managed with prescribed or over-the-counter pain medication.
