Otoplasty

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Results

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After your bandages are removed, you'll notice an immediate change in the appearance of your ears. These changes are permanent.

If you're not satisfied with your results, check with your surgeon about the possibility of revision surgery.

What you can expect
References
  1. Otoplasty. American Society of Plastic Surgeons. http://www.plasticsurgery.org/Cosmetic-Procedures/Ear-Surgery.html. Accessed June 22, 2012.
  2. Thorne CH, et al. Grabb and Smith's Plastic Surgery. 6th ed. Philadelphia, Pa.: Wolters Kluwer Health Lippincott Williams & Wilkins; 2007:1.
  3. Ear surgery. The American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery. http://www.aafprs.org/patient/procedures/otoplasty.html. Accessed June 28, 2012.
  4. Bite U (expert opinion). Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minn. July 11, 2012.
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