Scoop ear surgery, medically known as otoplasty, is a surgical procedure to correct the shape or position of the ears. It is often used to correct a condition called flapper's ear. Prominence is a condition in which the ears stick out more than the head.
During otoplasty surgery, the shape of the ears is corrected and brought into the desired position. This usually involves reshaping the cartilage and removing excess skin if necessary. Postoperative stitches can be placed under the skin or on the outer surface.
Otoplasty surgery can usually be performed under local anesthesia or light sedation and patients can be discharged the same day. The recovery process can vary from individual to individual, but usually returns to normal within a few weeks. This type of surgery is often preferred for individuals who want to improve their physical appearance and can help them increase their self-confidence.
Who Can Have Scoop Ear Surgery (Otoplasty)?
Scoop ear surgery, medically known as otoplasty, is a surgical procedure to correct the shape or position of the ears. It is commonly used to correct the condition called flapper's ear. Scoop ear is a condition in which the ears stick out more than the head. Otoplasty surgery is usually considered in the following cases:
Protruding ears (protrusion): When the ears are protruding significantly more than the head.
Asymmetry: One ear is in a distinctly different position or shape compared to the other.
Congenital Anomalies: Congenital ear anomalies or deformities.
Ear Injuries or Deformities: Injuries or deformities caused by trauma.
Individual Aesthetic Preferences: Individuals want to improve their physical appearance by changing the shape or position of their ears.
Otoplasty surgery can usually be performed during childhood. Performing this surgery at an early age can have a positive impact on a child's social interactions and self-esteem.
However, since otoplasty is a surgical procedure, good counseling and evaluation is important in the decision-making process before any surgery. A plastic surgeon or otolaryngologist may or may not recommend this type of surgery based on the individual's needs and expectations.
When should a child undergo scapular ear surgery?
The most common preferred age range for scoop ear surgery is between the ages of 5 and 14. During this period, the child's ears have completed the growth process and the surgical result is more likely to be permanent. Also, if the child is in pre-school or primary school during this age range, it can make the post-operative recovery process easier and more convenient.
However, every child's situation is different and the timing of surgery should always be based on an individual assessment. Parents and the surgeon should determine the most appropriate time, taking into account the child's physical and emotional maturity.
As a result, the timing of scapula surgery in children is determined by the child's individual situation and should be carefully evaluated by a plastic surgeon or otolaryngologist.