Face & Neck Surgery
Ear Surgery — Prominent Ears
Brings prominent ears closer to the head and into proportion.
Surgery time30–60 minutes
Hospital staySame day
Back to work / social life7–10 days
AnaesthesiaLocal anaesthesia
Approximate timings reflect the practice information supplied for Op. Dr. Soner Tezcan. Additional procedures, health and recovery may change the plan. Surgery, stay and activity plans are confirmed during consultation and follow-up.
What is it?
Otoplasty reshapes the folds of the ear and its angle to the head for a natural look.
Who is it for?
Children (usually over 6) and adults with prominent or misshapen ears.
How is it done?
Cartilage is reshaped through an incision behind the ear; the scar stays hidden.
Recovery
Approximate return to work/social life: 7–10 days. This does not mean full recovery or clearance for exercise or flying. Swelling and tissue settling may take longer and are reviewed during follow-up.
Aftercare and follow-up
- One or two checks are planned before departure according to the return date. A flight report is provided; fitness and timing for travel require medical assessment. Anti-embolism stockings form part of the care plan.
- Antibiotics, pain relief, stomach protection and antibiotic ointment are used only as prescribed. Dose, application site and duration are individual; do not start treatment independently.
- Absorbable sutures are used; routine stitch removal is not planned. Scar cream is started after wound closure at the time advised by the surgeon.
- Local anaesthesia is also an option. General anaesthesia or combined procedures require a separate timing and stay plan.
- General activity plan: gentle walking in week one; light exercise after week two; regular sport after month one; weight lifting after month two. Every stage requires review and surgeon clearance; some procedures need longer restrictions.