asymmetry, or misshapen ears, thus correcting asymmetry of the ear and face. It improves one’s appearance and boosts self-esteem.
Here’s a general stepwise procedure of Otoplasty Surgery in Mumbai, that is shared in detail by an expert surgeon at The Microtia Trust:
- Providing Anaesthesia- As per the extent of the surgery and the surgeon’s as well as the patient’s preferences, either a local anaesthesia with sedation or a general anaesthesia is given to ensure a painless surgical experience for the patient.
- Making of Incision- Once the anaesthesia has taken its effect, the surgeon sterilizes the area behind the ear where it meets the head to make a small incision in that natural crease. This incision after healing produces a hidden scar.
- Ear Cartilage Reshaping- Through the incision, the surgeon might score or weaken the cartilage to allow it to bend and be properly reshaped. If the ear size is abnormal due to excess cartilage, the surgeon removes the cartilage. Next, the surgeon uses stitches to fold secure and reshape cartilage in the desired position. A natural fold is created to bring the new ear closed to the ear just as the normal ear is pinned on the side of the head.
- Closure of Incision- The surgeon closes the incision using a suture. Sometimes, before closure, temporary drainage tubes may be placed.
- Immediate Recovery- The surgeon asks the patient to wear a sterile bandage or head wrap to protect the incision and secure new in place as it heals.
The surgical technique to reshape ear cartilage may vary amongst patients. The different techniques are cartilage scoring, cartilage sparing, Mustardi technique, Stenstrom otoplasty, and Incisionless otoplasty. To know which one will suit you, consult the best ear cosmetic surgeon and doctor for Microtia in Mumbai, Dr. Parag Telang at The Microtia Trust.
