Otoplasty Helps You Create a New Ear Shape to Fit Your Face By Abigail Aaronson At Isnare.com Ezine Articles

For most of us, our ears are one of the most important parts of our bodies. While internal organs allow us to lead normal lives, we are often more aware of parts of our bodies that we directly use to interact with the world, such as our hands and feet.

Since we use our ears in our day to day life in a way we are directly aware of, yet we are unable to manipulate them as we do our hands or feet, they are often overlooked. This is even truer when we consider their appearance.

Ears, when they are thought of, are typically thought of for their functional purposes. But how do they affect our appearance? How would the look of our faces be different if this feature was different? Otoplasty can make a subtle, yet positive difference in the balance of a person's features.

The ear reshaping process is a relatively simple, easy procedure. The anesthetic is administered (either locally or generally, depending on the scope of the surgery, the age of the patient, or the type of incision).

Next, the doctor will either make their incision, or inject the area with a simple needle that they can use to manually mold the cartilage underneath the ear as needed. Any incisions that need to be made are usually done so behind the ear to reduce the appearance of scarring. Regardless, there should be a limited amount of scarring after the procedure.

Any excess areas of skin can be removed if needed, and the cartilage can be redistributed to create a new look. The cartilage and bone underneath can also be restructured, moving the ear forward or backwards on the head.

In some cases, it may be necessary to add mass to some areas. In these cases, surgeons can remove a small amount of cartilage from the ribs or the ear itself and use that to fill in smaller parts of the area. Adding mass will not only create a new look, but also in some cases strengthen those parts that are weaker than normal.

As you might expect, there are risks associated with the surgery. Following your surgery, you must expect a recovery period before the wounds heal and the new structure takes effect. Depending upon the type of surgery and your unique health concerns, this recovery period should be quick and relatively painless.

Most surgeons today use internal, disposable sutures that will dissolve easily and painlessly after their work is done. Regardless, you should expect to follow up with your doctor to examine how the area is healing with time.

To find the best surgeon for you, ask your friends, co-workers, or consult the internet. After consultation with your doctor, you may find that your insurance will cover all or part of the surgery if there is a reasonable expectation that there is a functional, health related need for the surgery. Be upfront with your needs and health issues in the initial consultation in order to ensure a quick, easy, and painless process.

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