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How to Prepare for Otoplasty Surgery

Otoplasty or ear pinning surgery is a procedure that is fairly done on both adults and children.

This is to correct awkwardly protruding ears, which ultimately creates better facial symmetry. For

children, this will prevent harsh bullying, while adults can gain better confidence with the results.

But in order to achieve surgical success, there has to be ample preparation. If you are planning to

have one done soon, or if you have a son or daughter about to undergo the procedure, here are

some tips to help you out.

The first thing that you must consider before going under the knife is to know whether you are a

good candidate for ear pinning surgery. This pertains to the general health status.

A person, regardless of age, who has pre-existing conditions, should be properly evaluated by a

surgeon to see if they can withstand the surgery. Although the procedure is considered to be fairly

safe and minimal, any health conditions can lead to serious consequences if precautionary

measures are not undertaken.

In the case with children, the procedure is not performed to those who are below five years old.

The reason behind this is that the cartilage in the ears has not yet fully stabilized. And if the

procedure is prematurely done, there is a high chance that it would not have successful results.

In relation to children undergoing this corrective cosmetic procedure, it is important that the

parents be highly attentive to the needs of the child. One of the major concerns during this time is

fear, since the procedure is invasive in nature. In order to allay anxiety, it is the parent’s

responsibility to comfort the child and to help him/her resolve any fears.

An important part in preparing for a successful otoplasty surgery is to choose a highly competent

and specialized surgeon. He should have the skills and the training regarding ear surgeries to

ensure that you are in capable hands. Ask for before and after photos to assess the quality of

work that the surgeon is able to provide. Supplement this with a good background check which

you can get from the internet or by word of mouth.

Once you have chosen your surgeon, you should then establish whether the procedure will be

done on an outpatient or inpatient basis. In that way you can prepare for the aftercare

accordingly.

It is also important that you discuss with your surgeon about the type of anesthesia that he will be

using. You should duly inform him if you or the child has a bad history with certain anesthetics.

This will prevent surgical emergencies and fatal complications later on.

STOP the teasing! Reshape your ears today.

Otoplasty may be one of the safest cosmetic surgeries there is as it requires lesser involvement of inner organs, and a shorter recovery period. This makes it the best surgical option available for any ear disfigurements.

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