Some individuals are displeased with the shape and size of their ears right from their childhood. Yet others may feel that their ears are excessively protuberant, droopy, or asymmetrical.

Fortunately, ear reshaping plastic surgery, or otoplasty, is a widely available plastic surgery solution to reshape ears.

It is important for people considering otoplasty or ear pinning to familiarize themselves with the procedure and gather all relevant information during the pre-op consultation with their plastic surgeon. These details can enable patients to attain clarity on whether this procedure is appropriate for them or not.

Dr. Landon D. McLain provides otoplasty to patients in Huntsville, Madison, Florence, Decatur, Scottsboro, Cullman, Athens, Alabama, and surrounding locations.

 

The Otoplasty Consultation

Patients should inform themselves about ear reshaping surgery and identify a highly qualified surgeon. The pre-op consultation with this surgeon will form the basis of the procedure.

The surgeon will evaluate the patient’s ear thoroughly and recommend various techniques to correct the problem. In addition, they will establish the patient as a candidate for an otoplasty at this time.

After the surgeon determines that ear reshaping surgery is an appropriate procedure for the patient, they will offer details on the procedure. In addition, they will discuss facets such as anesthesia, the patient’s medical history, and approximate costs of the procedure.

The consultation process is an opportunity for the patient to understand more about the benefits and potential risks associated with otoplasty. Prior to the ear reshaping surgery, the parents or guardians of children undergoing this procedure should try to understand how the child feels about this surgery.

They should openly discuss various aspects of the surgery and recovery process with their child to help them develop reasonable expectations from ear surgery.

 

Establishing Candidacy

At the time of the consultation, the surgeon will review the patient’s health records and make any necessary changes to their current medication schedule. They may also order specific medical tests in some cases.

Additionally, they will take the patient’s skin type, age, ear structure, and skin laxity into consideration to recommend the correct otoplasty technique or combination of procedures to allow the patient to accomplish their desired results.

 

Assessing Aesthetic Goals

The consultation process offers the surgeon an opportunity to comprehend the patient’s reasons for seeking otoplasty and the aspects of their ears that they are unhappy about. The surgeon will use these inputs to create an individualized surgical plan for the patient, which will be tailored to their unique needs.

 

Informing the Patient

The surgeon will educate the patient on various aspects of ear reshaping surgery at the time of the consultation to allow them to make a judicious choice. During their meeting with the surgeon, the patient should unhesitatingly ask any questions and express concerns that they may have.

The surgeon will address the patient’s questions in an accurate and comprehensive manner. The surgeon may also display before and after images of previous otoplasty patients to enable the new patient to develop realistic expectations from this procedure.

 

Preparation Guidelines

At the time of the consultation, the patient will receive in-depth guidelines for the pre and post-operative phase to allow them to prepare properly for the procedure. In case the patient smokes, the surgeon will require them to discontinue smoking for a specified duration.

Dr. Landon D. McLain receives patients from Huntsville, Madison, Florence, Decatur, Scottsboro, Cullman, Athens, Alabama, and nearby areas.

McLain Surgical Arts is a leading cosmetic surgery practice headed by Dr. Landon D. McLain MD, DMD, FACS in Huntsville, AL. Dr. McLain is a double board certified cosmetic and oral & maxillofacial surgeon, offering a variety of procedures such as dental implants, wisdom teeth extraction, breast augmentation, liposuction, rhinoplasty, tummy tuck, facelift, Botox, and laser skin resurfacing. For more information or to schedule a consultation call 256.429.3411 or click here.

Now taking patients from Huntsville, Scottsboro, Decatur, Madison, Athens, Florence, Cullman, AL and surrounding areas.