We apply the most advanced otoplasty techniques to restore balance to your face by ensuring harmonious shape, size and position of your ears.
Advantages
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Modern techniques of sculpting the ear cartilage to restore the shape, size and position of the ears
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Minimally invasive procedure performed under local anesthesia (in adults)
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Personalized approach for a completely natural result
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Restoration of possible asymmetry of the ears
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Immediate return to work
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Result that lasts forever
Application time: About 1 hour
Duration of Effect: Forever
When is the result visible: Immediately
Anesthesia: Local in adults and general in children
Recovery time: Apart from the fact that you will need to wear an elastic band for 2 weeks and watch out for injuries, there is no other special recommendation.
ATTENTION: It must be applied by a specialized Doctor and with certified medical materials.
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Unlike the eyes and mouth that attract attention and often elicit admiring comments, ears are a facial feature that tends to go unnoticed. If they become prominent, it means that the size or position of the ears is such that they do not harmoniously frame the face, stand out strongly and steal attention from the more expressive features of the face.
With modern otoplasty techniques, we correct the size, position and projection of the ears, so that they are in perfect balance with the rest of the face. We can also reshape the folds (anthelical and concha) as well as the contour of the ears (helical and lobe), to create a more harmonious shape. Our goal is for the ears to go unnoticed thanks to their naturalness.
Ear cartilage carving
We apply the technique that is appropriate to provide the perfect result in your case.
Detailed surgical plan design
Detailed measurements to determine the appropriate technique
The normal ear flap has a very characteristic, recognizable shape. Although there are several variations, significant deviations from the "normal" are immediately noticeable. Correction requires very careful anatomical analysis to determine the exact cause and design the appropriate surgical plan.
To determine the surgical plan, we take specific photographs and measurements of the ears. We compare the flaps with each other, both in terms of symmetry and their projection from the head. We also evaluate their proportion in relation to the rest of the facial features. Then, we examine the morphology of the flaps, in order to determine any deviations from the normal form.
We also observe the relationship between specific structures of the ear, as the desired balance is between the helix and the antihelix, the tragus and the antitragus, for example. We also check the position of the ears, as we know that their highest point should ideally be in line with the eyebrows, while we also examine the excess skin behind the pinna, as well as the thickness and elasticity of the cartilage.
Otoplasty for protruding ears (protruding ears)
Protruding ears (protruding ears) are a very common phenomenon, with a frequency exceeding 51%. This problem related to the shape and position of the ears can be mild with the flaps protruding slightly from the head but having their normal folds and contour, but more significant issues with their size, shape and folds (e.g. bat ears) can also be observed.
With otoplasty, we correct protruding ears by reducing the so-called otocephalic angle, that is, the angle between the ears and the head, so that the flaps do not protrude significantly. To achieve this, we make a small incision on the back of the ear and through it we sculpt the ear cartilage or remove a part of it. In addition, if necessary, we reconstruct the lack of folding of the helix or antihelix, as well as the excessive curvature of the concha, which are usually responsible for the increase in the otocephalic angle and the phenomenon of protruding ears.
Suitable candidates for otoplasty
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Drop ears (protruding ears)
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Thrown beans
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Large concha in the auricle
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Makrotia
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Microtia or pinna (congenital aplasia of the auricle)
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Unusual shape (due to trauma, accident, or structural abnormality)
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Ear asymmetry
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Cup-shaped ears
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Shell-like ears
2+1 reasons
so as not to delay otoplasty
Otoplasty is the only method that can correct the shape, size, position and projection of the ears. Given that ear development is complete by the age of 6, it is recommended that the surgery be performed before the start of school.
Ears don't change as you grow older.
Many parents tend to delay their child's otoplasty, thinking that the shape or position of the ears will improve until adulthood. Unfortunately, this is not the case, as the congenital shape and position of the auricle do not change as the child grows. The only thing that changes is their size, which reaches its final size around the age of 6. Precisely because the ears are the first human organ to complete their development so quickly, any deformities or strange ear shapes in children are visible from a very early age.
There are no natural ways to fix it
It has been proven that there is no natural way to correct protruding ears. The attempts of some parents to use bandages or other means to stabilize their children's ears in a more desirable position, nor of course to force children to sleep alternately on the right and left sides with the aim of pressing on the ears and "correcting" them on their own, have absolutely no effect.
Children's psychology is burdened
As the ears take their final shape by the age of 6, it is recommended that otoplasty be performed before the start of the school year. This way, children can integrate more smoothly into the school environment and avoid annoying teasing from their classmates, which often leads boys and girls to wear long, sleek hair, wear hats, and avoid earrings so as not to attract attention and comments about their ears.
The Greek doctor who has earned your trust
Plastic Surgeon George Velimvasakis leads the Antiagers Medical Team. He has more than 18 years of experience at an international level, across the full spectrum of plastic, reconstructive and aesthetic procedures. In his career, he has performed over 3000 procedures as a primary surgeon in both Greece and Germany. He holds dual certification from the Greek and European Committees of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery since 2018, as well as from the International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery (ISHRS).
He was born in Athens in 1974. In 2001 he graduated with "Excellent" (4.88/5) from the Medical School of Semmelweis University in Budapest. This is one of the top medical schools in Europe. He has received a Greek license to practice medicine and worked as a resident physician for 2 years in General Surgery at the Specialized Cancer Hospital of Piraeus "Metaxa". He then worked as a resident physician in Plastic Surgery at the Department of Plastic Surgery and Burns Unit "KAT".
He has been trained in the most modern techniques of plastic surgery on the face, neck, body and chest, through his participation in dozens of medical seminars, workshops, webinars and masterclasses.
Wanting to acquire a high-level specialty, he moved to Germany, where he obtained the German license to practice medicine after passing exams. He then worked in leading centers of Plastic and Aesthetic Surgery in German metropolises (Dortmund, Essen, Wiesbaden), which helped him enrich his knowledge and perfect his technique alongside renowned German scientists. He has excellent international and Greek letters of recommendation, and has participated with announcements in Greek and international conferences and research programs, while he has been invited as a speaker and trainer in seminars on advanced plastic surgery techniques.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the normal size of the ear?
The pinna reaches 85% of its adult size by the age of 3 years and 90-95% of its final size by the age of 5-6 years. In some cases it can lengthen by 1-1.5 cm during adult life. The width of the ear ideally corresponds to 55% of its length. The "idealized" dimensions are:
63.5 millimeters by 35.3 millimeters for men
59.0 millimeters by 32.5 millimeters for women.
The angle of projection of the pinna (or otocephalic angle) is usually between 15-30 degrees.
From what age can otoplasty be performed for protruding ears?
Protruding ears (protruding ears) appear from early childhood. In some cases, they can also appear in adulthood. The ideal age for otoplasty is between 4 and 6 years old. At this age, the ear flap has almost reached its final size. Moreover, at this age the child is able to participate in the post-operative care of his ears. It is also a good time, as the child is preparing for his school entry. Unfortunately, protruding ears are often the subject of comments from young classmates.
How is otoplasty performed?
Otoplasty is a safe procedure, which in adults is performed under local anesthesia in the clinic. The recovery period is short and the results are immediate. It remains a simple procedure for children, however, in whom general anesthesia is applied. The procedure takes about an hour. At Antiagers we apply modern techniques of sculpting the ear cartilage to correct the shape, size and projection of the auricle.
Is the otoplasty scar visible?
No. The otoplasty scar is well hidden behind the ear. It is approximately 3 centimeters long and is our only entry point to the ear cartilage. Over time, the scar takes on the color of the skin. Especially in children, whose skin cells regenerate so quickly, within a short period of time the scar may not even be detectable.
When will the stitches be removed?
The sutures we place in otoplasty are usually absorbable, so they do not need to be removed.
When will I return to my activities?
Adults can return to work the next day (office work). For children, returning to school is recommended after about 10 days. This way, any accidents or awkward blows from classmates are avoided.
Will I need to wear a bandage?
Once the surgery is complete, an elastic band is placed around the ears to apply moderate pressure for approximately two weeks.
Is there a chance that my hearing will be affected?
No. The goal of otoplasty is to correct the shape, size, or even position of the auricle, which is achieved by sculpting the ear cartilage in the outer ear. In no case is the auditory canal affected, nor are the other anatomical structures associated with hearing located in the middle and inner ear.
