Ear reshaping

You would like to read up on the technique of plastic surgery ear reshaping.
This information should provide you with a good overview and assist you in your decision.
It does not replace a comprehensive personal consultation with doctor siegl, who would be pleased to discuss any specific problems with you at any time.
Ear reshaping aims at giving the ear and earlobe a natural shape and size by using various operational techniques.
By scraping or removing cartilage sections the cartilage is weakened and can therefore be easily shaped into the correct position and then reformed. The newly created shape is attached to the cartilage
by stitches.
The operation is carried out under local anaesthesia.
As with all operations complications can not be completely ruled out; in the individual case they are not always predictable. The possible complications will be discussed in a personal conversation
With this operation the natural angle between head and ear can usually be attained and mental problems among children can be especially prevented.


Clinic: ambulant
Anaesthesia: local
Physical rest: 6- 8 weeks