Otoplasty (Bat Ear Correction)
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Otoplasty in India
Otoplasty or bat ear correction is a procedure to surgically correct protruding ears by setting them back closer to the head. Also known as pinnaplasty, the goal of the procedure is to set back the ears in such a way that the angle is normal, contours appear soft and both ears are symmetric, with no telltale signs of surgery. Protruding ears often lack a normal fold, which is what causes them to stick out. The aim of the procedure is to create a more pronounced fold in the central portion of the ear by altering the cartilage.
Common Indications for Otoplasty Surgery
It is often indicated for those who are dissatisfied with the natural shape of their ear or when an injury has deformed the normal shape. One should be at least 5 years of age to undergo the procedure.
How to Prepare Before Your Otoplasty Surgery
You will be advised to stop smoking at least four weeks before surgery. Besides, the surgeon shall advice you to avoid certain medications such as Aspirin (blood thinning agents).
Otoplasty Surgery
At Chennai Plastic Surgery, the procedure is performed under local anaesthesia. However, for children general anesthesia is preferred. The entire procedure should take about an hour and a half. A small incision is placed in the crease behind the ear and some skin excised, thereby exposing the underlying cartilage. Next, folds of the ear are recreated by adjusting the shape of the cartilage to create the missing folds and the skin is redraped. The re-contoured cartilage and covering skin are held in place with sutures, naturally drawing the ear closer to the head. The ear is finally secured with a turban style bandage. You can return home the same day.
After the Otoplasty procedure
After a couple of days, the bandages are replaced with a lighter dressing and the external stitches removed after a week. You can resume work within 5 to 7 working days.
Potential Risks
Risks involved in this procedure are very minimal but overcorrection and asymmetry is a probability besides chances of developing scars, hematoma and infection.
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Dr. Karthik Ram
Dr. Karthik Ram is a board-certified, leading plastic surgeon with over 20 years of distinguished experience in aesthetic and reconstructive surgery. Born and brought up in a small town Namakkal in the southern part of Tamil Nadu, Dr. Ram aspired to be a plastic surgeon. His true calling in aesthetic surgery motivated him to start his own centre in the heart of Chennai, Tamil Nadu. He is renowned for his innovative techniques and expertise in Gynecomastia. He has operated over 6,000 cases of Gynecomastia and is a pioneer with multiple international publications. He is globally known for his surgical techniques, the lifting plaster technique, and has a classification named after his surgery centre – Chennai Plastic Clinic. He is well regarded for his work in breast reduction, rhinoplasty, fat transfers, abdominoplasty , liposuction, body sculpting, and facial aesthetic surgeries.
Dr. Mohammed Nishar
Known for his friendly and compassionate approach, Dr. Nishar believes every patient deserves individualized care. He takes time to understand patient goals, explains procedures clearly, and ensures comfort and safety at every step.
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