Ear Surgery in Kelowna
Ear surgery, clinically known as otoplasty, can improve the shape, position or proportion of the ear.
Natural shape, balance and proportion
Otoplasty can correct a defect in the ear structure that is present at birth or becomes apparent with development, or it can treat misshapen ears caused by injury. Ear surgery creates a natural shape while bringing balance and proportion to the ears and face.
Correction of even minor deformities can have profound benefits to appearance and self-esteem, in which case ear surgery becomes a reconstructive procedure. Ear surgery can correct overly large ears and protruding ears occurring on one or both sides in varying degrees.
Ear Surgery: the procedure and recovery
The procedure
Correction of protruding ears uses surgical techniques to create or increase the antihelical fold just inside the rim of the ear, and to reduce enlarged conchal cartilage, the largest and deepest concavity of the external ear.
Incisions are generally made on the back surface of the ear. When incisions are necessary on the front of the ear, they are made within its folds to hide them. Internal, non-removable sutures create and secure the newly shaped cartilage in place. The operation requires general anaesthesia and is performed on a day care basis.
Recovery
Discomfort immediately following ear surgery is normal and can be controlled with pain medication. There may be an itchy feeling under the bandages. It is essential that bandages remain intact for a few days to allow the ear to heal in its new position.
Before undergoing any cosmetic surgical procedure, consult with your physician and your plastic surgeon to determine if cosmetic surgery is an appropriate choice for you.
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Dr. Brian D. Peterson
BSc, MD, FRCSC, FACS · Board-certified plastic surgeon
- Founder and Medical Director, Okanagan Health Surgical Centre
- Associate Professor, University of British Columbia
- Fellowship Director, Aesthetic & Breast Surgery, UBC
- Past President, Canadian Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (2007)
Dr. Brian D. Peterson entered his specialty practice in Plastic, Aesthetic and Reconstructive Surgery in Kelowna in 1992, after fellowship training in breast and aesthetic surgery. The primary focus of his practice is aesthetic cosmetic plastic surgery, and he lectures internationally.
Dr. Peterson and his team are dedicated to an exceptional standard of patient education and care. No matter the scale of your cosmetic goals, each case is treated with an extraordinary level of dedication and attention to detail.
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