Otoplasty in Delhi is the cosmetic surgery of the ears. Thanks to otoplasty, which is one of the few interventions that is carried out in children as well as adults, this aesthetic problem can be solved with a simple but delicate intervention, with which the alteration in the position and shape of the eye is corrected. ears.
To whom?
Otoplasty in Delhi is aimed at all those interested in reducing and reshaping the size of their ears. In addition, thanks to the intervention, the symmetry of the face is significantly improved. It is an intervention suitable for both children and adults.
Technique
There are multiple and varied techniques to perform an Otoplasty, due to the wide variety of alterations that the ears can present. Of these, the Ears are by far the most frequent alteration. The correction is made through an incision in the back of the ear, next to the bone; the cartilage is slightly striated to make it lose the elastic force that tends to carry it forward, until it is seen that it takes the correct shape. Any excess skin is dried out and cartilage is also sometimes removed from the shell, which brings the ear closer to the head. The suture to be located behind the ear will be almost invisible. The intervention is carried out on an outpatient basis.
Anesthesia
When children are young, it is advisable to perform the operation under general anesthesia, since it is almost impossible for the child to remain still due to fear during the time of the surgery. For older children and adults, local anesthesia or sedation is used. To relieve anxiety, mild sedation can be applied so that the patient is awake but relaxed during the intervention.
Surgery
First, the plastic surgeon in Delhi makes a small incision in the back of the ear to expose the cartilage. Next, he proceeds to sculpt the cartilage, bending it back if the problem is caused by the lack of modeling of the cartilage. If there is excess cartilage, a certain part of it is removed to give the ear a more natural shape. The scar is hidden behind the ear. After the intervention is finished, a bandage is placed over the ears, which will help to maintain the new position during the recovery time. Otoplasty generally takes 2 to 3 hours. The ears can hurt a bit for the first few hours. It is important to follow the surgeon’s instructions regarding dressing to the letter, especially at night.
Results
The results are permanent and immediate after the operation. The recovery time is five days, after which the patient can resume their usual routine.
Risks
When otoplasty is performed by a trusted, trained and experienced plastic surgeon, the risks are minimal. Even so, as in any type of surgical intervention, the risks exist. A small percentage of patients may develop bruises on the ears. Cartilage or scar tissue infection is a very rare complication.
Before and after the operation
Otoplasty, also known as “cosmetic ear surgery”, is a procedure that is performed regularly to change the shape, size, or position of the ears. Before the operation, many patients are bothered by the way the ears stick out from the head. After the operation, once the doctor removes the bandage, the most normal thing is to have red and swollen ears.
Advantages of the surgery
Otoplasty in Delhi can be performed on both children and adults. The ears stop growing at 4 years old, so from that age anyone can be a candidate for this operation. One of the great advantages it offers is that it can correct a wide range of aesthetic problems. There are those who consider that otoplasty is indicated only for those who have “puff ears”, but its applications go further: bent ears, small or large ears, cauliflower ears and cupped ears.
Duration of the intervention
The ear surgery lasts about an hour to an hour and a half.
Aftercare
The patient will wear a padded bandage for 48 to 72 hours. At the time of removal, the ears will present a slight inflammation that will subside over the following days. The stitches are removed in 10-12 days, or they will become resorbable. The patient may wash their hair, taking great care not to affect the wound once the bandage is removed. Usually, there is a decrease in the sensitivity of the ears, which will recover completely in a short time. During the first two to three weeks, an elastic band should be used to protect and keep the ears in position 24 hours a day, removing it only for brief spaces if pressure requires it.
Recovery
The pain is mild to moderate and controllable with analgesics, lasting the first 24 to 48 hours. The risks are few, but it is worth mentioning:
Bruises:
that is, the accumulation of blood usually between the skin and the cartilage, in which case they must be evacuated through a minimal incision.
Infection:
very rare but avoided with preventive antibiotics.
Keloid scars:
they are very rare and depend on the genetic predisposition of the patient, especially when excess skin resection is performed. They are difficult to treat, although they improve with medical treatment.
Recurrence of the deformity:
it is the tendency of the ear to return to its initial position. It is not very frequent, but it can range from 5 to 7% of cases, requiring a touch-up to reposition it after 6 months.