subject: The process of ear reshaping surgery [print this page] The process of ear reshaping surgery The process of ear reshaping surgery
Changing the shape of your ears or nose can have a huge impact on the overall look of your face and as such, it is really important to understand the process of both ear reshaping surgery (otoplasty) and eye lid surgery (blepharoplasty). Both procedures are relatively straightforward for qualified and experienced surgeons to carry out, often being performed in less than three hours and with the patient being treated as a day case.
The most important thing to remember if you are considering having either procedure, is that it must be carried out by a qualified cosmetic surgeon, after all, you are putting your face into someone else's hands and as with all surgical procedures, there are risks associated. These risks are significantly reduced when you opt to having surgery performed by specialist surgeons who have been carrying out the same or similar procedures for many years.
Ear reshaping is achieved by repositioning the cartilage and skin of the ear in such a way as to leave minimal scarring. The surgeon will make incisions along the natural creases of the ear to ensure that the end result is as natural as possible and that there are as few tell-tale signs as possible. Any scarring will fade very quickly and will often be in the shadow of your ear anyway. After the surgery to reduce the size of your ears, change the shape or simply set them closer against your head if they protrude, the incisions will be closed using sutures and these will be removed approximately one week later. Until this point, patients are instructed to wear bandages around the head to protect the ears from infection and any knocks or bangs.
As well as changing the size, shape or position of your ears, cosmetic surgery clinics can offer the removal of eye bags as a way of altering the appearance of your face. Eye bags can cause a person to look older than they actually are, and as such the process of removing them is becoming increasingly popular among men and women, particularly those who are competing against younger candidates in the job market. Surgery can be performed on the upper or lower lids to remove excess sagging, skin, and to tighten the whole area, giving the eyes a rejuvenated look that helps to reinvigorate the whole face.
