Ear Reshaping (Otoplasty)

Mr Paul Wilson is often the first choice for otoplasty due to his reputation for delivering precise, natural-looking results. With years of experience in facial aesthetic surgery, Mr Wilson combines advanced techniques with an artistic approach to ensure a personalised treatment plan tailored to each patient’s needs. His commitment to patient safety and satisfaction means that every step of the journey is handled with the utmost care and professionalism.

Otoplasty is typically performed as a day case procedure with minimal downtime, making it an excellent choice for both adults and children seeking a long-term solution to ear-related concerns. Trust Mr Wilson’s expertise for a seamless experience and life-changing results.

Also known as ‘bat ears’, prominent ears occur due to various anatomical reasons. Common causes include an underdeveloped antihelical fold (the curved inner rim of the ear), an overly deep conchal bowl (the central part of the outer ear), or a combination of these factors. These structural differences make the ears appear larger or stick out more prominently from the head. While prominent ears do not affect hearing, they can significantly impact a person’s self-esteem and confidence, particularly during childhood or adolescence. Social teasing or self-consciousness about appearance often leads individuals to seek corrective surgery, such as otoplasty, to restore balance and harmony to their facial features.

Otoplasty is a tailored surgical procedure that begins with detailed planning during a consultation, where Mr Wilson evaluates your concerns and outlines the ideal approach. The operation is typically performed under local anaesthesia with sedation for adults, or general anaesthesia for children. Surgery may require crafting or refining the antihelical fold, which involves reshaping or reinforcing the inner ear cartilage using sutures to achieve a natural curve. In cases where the conchal bowl needs to be reduced, a small portion of excess cartilage may be removed, and the remaining cartilage is secured closer to the head. Often, both the antihelical fold and the conchal bowl are addressed to achieve the desired result. Incisions are placed discreetly behind the ear, ensuring minimal visible scarring. Mr Wilson reshapes the cartilage and secures in its new position with sutures. Once the corrections are complete, the incisions are closed, and a protective bandage is applied.