Ear Surgery Southbury, CT | Aesthetique Cosmetic & Laser Surgery Center, L.L.C., Prasad Sureddi, MD

Understanding Ear Surgery (Otoplasty)

Large, protruding ears can cause significant self-consciousness, particularly during childhood. Approximately 25% of children with parents who have prominent ears will develop similar ear characteristics. Otoplasty, or corrective ear surgery, offers a permanent solution to reshape and reposition ear cartilage.

Candidacy for Ear Surgery

Ear surgery can be performed safely on patients aged five and older. By age five, ear cartilage has grown to nearly adult size and becomes resilient enough to support corrective surgical techniques. Dr. Sureddi utilizes specialized suture methods to reshape ear cartilages into a natural, balanced appearance.

Surgical Procedure Details

• Performed under local or general anesthesia
• Approximately two-hour procedure
• Incision made behind the ear to ensure no visible scarring
• Recommended for children to be under general anesthesia

Recovery and Healing Process

Post-surgical recovery involves specific protective measures to ensure optimal healing:

• Large protective dressing applied for first three days
• Children wear headband day and night for two weeks
• Continued nighttime headband use for four additional weeks
• Full activity resumption possible within two weeks
• Contact sports permitted after six weeks

Patient Experience

During initial recovery, patients may experience temporary numbness and flattened ear positioning. Mild bruising is common but subsides within two weeks. Most patients report minimal discomfort and feel completely normalized within four to six weeks.

Potential Benefits

• Improved ear symmetry and proportion
• Enhanced self-confidence
• Permanent aesthetic correction
• Minimal surgical intervention

For more information about Ear Surgery in Southbury, CT, submit an enquiry to Aesthetique Cosmetic & Laser Surgery Center, L.L.C., Prasad Sureddi, MD.