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EAR SURGERY WEST DES MOINES, IA | MICHAEL CARLISLE, MD

UNDERSTANDING EAR SURGERY IN WEST DES MOINES

Protruding ears affect approximately 5% of Caucasian children and can
significantly impact self-confidence. Ear surgery, or otoplasty, is a
precise procedure designed to reposition and reshape ears to create a
more proportionate facial appearance.

PROCEDURE OVERVIEW

 	* Typically performed on children ages 5-14
	* Surgical intervention on ear cartilage to reshape ear position
	* Outpatient procedure under general anesthesia
	* Procedure duration: 2-3 hours

SURGICAL TECHNIQUE

During ear surgery, surgeons make a discreet incision behind the ear
to access and reshape the cartilage. The ear is repositioned closer to
the head, creating a more natural and symmetrical appearance.

RECOVERY AND EXPECTATIONS

Patients can typically return to work or school within 5-7 days.
Stitches are either dissolvable or removed within one week. Patients
should avoid strenuous activities and contact sports for 1-2 months
following the procedure.

PSYCHOLOGICAL BENEFITS

Ear surgery can help prevent potential psychological challenges
associated with prominent ears, especially for children experiencing
self-consciousness or social difficulties.

PATIENT CANDIDACY

Ear surgery is suitable for individuals with:

 	* Protruding or asymmetrical ears
	* Ears disproportionate to facial features
	* Emotional maturity to understand the procedure

EXPERTISE AT KOCH & CARLISLE

Board-certified surgeons Dr. Brenton Koch and Dr. Cody Koch have
extensive experience performing ear surgeries, with more cosmetic ear
procedures completed than any other providers in Iowa.

For more information about Ear Surgery in West Des Moines, IA, submit
an enquiry to Michael Carlisle, MD.
 

Ear Surgery West Des Moines by Michael Carlisle, MD

 

EAR SURGERY WEST DES MOINES, IA | CODY A. KOCH, MD, PHD

UNDERSTANDING EAR SURGERY

Protruding ears can significantly impact self-confidence for both
children and adults in Iowa. Otoplasty, or ear surgery, is a
specialized procedure designed to reposition and reshape ears,
creating a more proportionate facial appearance.

EAR SURGERY PREVALENCE AND PSYCHOLOGICAL IMPACT

Outstanding ears affect approximately 5% of Caucasian children. By
ages 3-4, children become aware of their distinctive ear appearance,
and between ages 6-10, potential psychological challenges may emerge.

PROCEDURE DETAILS

 	* Performed on patients 5 years and older
	* Typically completed within 2-3 hours
	* Conducted under general anesthesia
	* Minimal discomfort with rapid recovery

SURGICAL TECHNIQUE

The ear surgery procedure involves making a discrete incision behind
the ear to access and reshape the cartilage. Surgeons carefully
reposition the ear closer to the head, creating a natural, symmetrical
appearance.

RECOVERY AND EXPECTATIONS

Patients can typically return to work or school within 5-7 days.
Surgeons provide comprehensive aftercare instructions to ensure
optimal healing and minimal disruption to daily activities.

CANDIDACY AND CONSULTATION

Koch & Carlisle Plastic Surgery offers personalized consultations to
determine individual suitability for ear surgery. The practice's
board-certified surgeons have performed more cosmetic ear surgeries
than any other providers in Iowa.

For more information about Ear Surgery in West Des Moines, IA, submit
an enquiry to Cody A. Koch, MD, PhD.
 

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