Ear Surgery Sarasota, FL | Braun H. Graham, MD, FACS

Understanding Ear Surgery in Sarasota

Excessively large or protruding ears can cause significant emotional distress. Aesthetic ear surgery, known as otoplasty, offers a transformative solution for patients seeking to reshape their ear size, position, or configuration. At Sarasota Plastic Surgery, our board-certified plastic surgeons perform ear surgery for both children and adults.

Who Can Benefit from Ear Surgery?

• Children experiencing social challenges due to ear appearance
• Adults with protruding or asymmetrical ears
• Patients requiring earlobe repair from heavy earrings or gauges
• Individuals seeking aesthetic ear refinement

Surgical Techniques for Ear Reshaping

Our surgical approach varies depending on individual patient needs. For protruding ears, surgeons may:

• Reshape ear cartilages
• Support cartilage with surgical splints
• Trim soft tissues
• Reposition ears through precise skin tightening

Earlobe Reduction and Surgical Considerations

Earlobe reduction addresses elongated or hanging earlobes, typically performed for aesthetic purposes. The procedure involves strategic suturing and careful tissue management to achieve natural-looking results.

Procedure Details

• Performed under general anesthesia
• Procedure duration: 1-2 hours
• Incisions hidden behind or within natural ear folds
• Bandaging to maintain new ear position

Age and Candidacy for Ear Surgery

The ideal age for otoplasty is typically 7-8 years old. At this stage, ear cartilage is soft and easily reshaped, and the procedure can help prevent potential childhood teasing.

Long-Term Results

Ear surgery results are generally long-lasting. Even as the body changes with age, the surgical modifications remain stable, rarely requiring secondary procedures.

Personalized Surgical Approach

Each ear surgery is tailored to the patient's unique anatomical structure. When addressing asymmetry, surgeons often use the normally formed ear as a template for reshaping.

Recovery and Expectations

Patients should expect limited activities during the initial recovery week. Careful post-operative care ensures optimal healing and maintains the surgical results.

For more information about Ear Surgery in Sarasota, FL, submit an enquiry to Braun H. Graham, MD, FACS.