Whether due to genetics, aging, or injury, concerns with the ears or earlobes are common and can affect both confidence and comfort. At Pacific Plastic Surgery Group, we offer a range of surgical and non-surgical options to restore your ear symmetry, improve proportion, and rejuvenate the ears and earlobes.
Otoplasty
Otoplasty, also known as ear pinning or ear reshaping surgery, is a cosmetic procedure to adjust the position, shape, or size of the ears. This can correct prominent ears, address asymmetry, or improve ear shape after trauma.
During otoplasty, small incisions are made behind the ears to access and sculpt the cartilage, allowing the surgeon to reposition the ears closer to the head or reshape them for a more balanced appearance. The procedure usually takes one to two hours to complete and can be performed under local or general anesthesia, depending on patient preference and surgical complexity.
Most patients can return to non-strenuous activities within a week, with swelling and mild discomfort gradually subsiding over the next few weeks.
Filler
For patients who are not looking for surgery but still wish to rejuvenate the appearance of their earlobes, dermal filler treatments may be the solution. Over time, the earlobes can lose volume and elasticity, making them appear thin, wrinkled, or deflated. Dermal fillers, composed of hyaluronic acid-based products, can restore volume and structure to the earlobes in a matter of minutes.
The treatment takes about 15 to 30 minutes to complete and involves minimal discomfort. Results are instant creating a smoother, firmer, and more balanced earlobe contour. There is little to no downtime, and patients can return to daily activities immediately. Results can last from six months to over a year, depending on the filler used. This non-surgical option not only enhances the appearance of the earlobes but also helps them better support earrings, offering a quick and natural rejuvenation with long-lasting results.
Minor Surgery
Minor ear and earlobe surgeries address small yet noticeable imperfections that may result from trauma, stretching, or previous piercings. These precise procedures are performed in-office under local anesthesia and generally take about 30 to 45 minutes to complete. Common reasons for this treatment include torn earlobes from heavy earrings, elongated piercing holes, or irregular lobe shapes caused by injury.
During the procedure, damaged tissue is removed and reconstructed to restore the earlobe. Sutures are typically removed within a week, and most patients experience minimal downtime. Once healed, patients can notice a more symmetrical earlobe appearance, and in many cases, the ear can be re-pierced after full recovery.
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