Setting back or reshaping prominent ears, planned around glasses, hair and a headband period afterwards.
Otoplasty reshapes prominent ears so that they sit closer to the head or have a more natural fold. The incision is usually behind the ear, where the scar is hidden.
It can be done in adults and in children once the ears have reached near-adult size, usually from about five years old.
These are general points only. Whether an operation is suitable for you is decided by the treating surgeon after an in-person examination, your medical history and any tests they request.
You share photos and your medical history. The surgeon gives a first opinion on whether the operation is suitable and what it could realistically achieve.
The surgeon examines you in person, confirms the plan, explains the risks and arranges pre-operative tests before you give consent.
Through an incision behind the ear, the cartilage is reshaped or secured with stitches, and a head bandage is applied.
The surgeon reviews healing before you travel home, and you receive written aftercare instructions and remote follow-up.
A head bandage protects the ears. Some throbbing and tenderness are common.
You wear a soft headband, usually at night, to protect the ears while they heal.
Swelling settles fully and the final position of the ears is visible.
Timelines vary between people. Always follow the aftercare instructions from your treating clinic.
Often, from around five years old, when the ears are close to adult size. The child should also want the operation.
The scar is behind the ear and is usually hidden once healed.
It depends on the operation. Many are planned around one to two weeks so the surgeon can check you and remove stitches or drains before you fly. Flying soon after surgery raises the risk of blood clots, so your surgeon confirms when it is safe to travel.
The price depends on the operation the surgeon recommends after examining you, the hospital stay and any combined procedures. You receive a written, itemised quote before anything is booked, with no obligation to proceed.
Share your details and a coordinator will reply with clear next steps. There is no obligation to proceed.
This page is general information, not medical advice; a treating clinician confirms your plan after assessment. ELAVIA Global coordinates care; clinical evaluation and treatment are delivered by independent, licensed partner facilities and their specialists.