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Description:
In adults or in children who are mature enough the procedure can be done under local. Numbing cream can be placed behind the ears an hour before surgery and then using local anesthetic the ears are numbed. The work can then be done while the patient is awake but comfortable and listening to music of their choice. The most common area to be fixed is recreating the fold in the mid to top portion of the ear. This is created by multiple sutures, which are placed underneath the skin, hold it in the correct position. We don't remove a lot of skin or cartilage in order to help preserve the shape of the ear and keep it natural appearing for the child's lifetime. The incision is closed with a few stitches behind the ear and a dressing is placed.

Services:
Plastic Surgeon

Products:
Ear Reconstruction