PEDIATRIC PLASTIC SURGERY

Ear Surgery

Otoplasty

When evaluating ears for size, shape, or prominence there is a wide range for what is considered to be normal. When the ears cause a distraction from other facial features or if there is a noticeable difference in the symmetry between ones ears it may cause concern. There are various techniques that may be utilized to change the size, shape, or prominence of the ears to restore balance to the face. An otoplasty is a procedure that will utilize one or a combination of these techniques to achieve the desired results.

Microtia Reconstruction

Sometimes people are born with a very small ear, ear remnants, or the complete absence of an ear. There are two main treatment options to reconstruct this type of ear abnormality. The more common technique is to create an ear out of cartilage taken from the patient’s ribs. This is performed in stages and is coordinated with an audiologist and otologist to achieve optimal results. The second option is to have a prosthetic ear fabricated by a Maxillofacial Prosthodontist which is secured in place with bone implants. Dr. Ciminello will discuss the pros and cons of each technique with you at your consultation.