Removing protruding ears in Vienna
By means of ear pinning (otopexy), we can surgically pinnate protruding ears. We also carry out surgical treatment of torn earlobes. Both treatments are frequently performed operations.
The most important facts about ear correction
- Final result: after a few weeks
- Recovery time: 7-10 days
- Ability to work: Office work after approx. 1 week
- Pain: low
- Sport: after approx. 4-6 weeks
- Cost of putting on ears: 2.990,-
- Cost of earlobe correction: 1.590,-
Consultation with Dr. Roland Resch
Feel free to book a consultation with Dr. Roland Resch
Protruding ears are often perceived as an aesthetic flaw, which can lead to considerable psychological pressure for those affected. Children in particular suffer from teasing and social exclusion, which severely affects their self-esteem. Adults also often find protruding or deformed ears disturbing, which leads to insecurity in their social environment. Ear correction can remedy this and significantly increase self-confidence
Correcting prominent ears
The most common reason for ear correction is the desire for aesthetic improvement. Both children and adults opt for the procedure to make the shape of their ears more harmonious. The psychological aspect is often at the forefront: many patients hope that the correction will improve their quality of life and reduce social stigmatization. For parents, it is often particularly important to spare their children the risk of teasing and bullying, which is why the correction is often carried out before the child starts school.
Reasons for the creation of protruding ears
Otopexy is the most common procedure for correcting protruding ears. The aim of this operation is to bring the ears closer to the head to make them less noticeable. The procedure is often performed on children, but can also be performed later on adolescents and adults. It is often not just about aesthetics, but also about avoiding social pressure and teasing.
Reasons for an earlobe correction
Torn or stretched earlobes are often the result of heavy earrings or piercings. Women are particularly affected. In the hustle and bustle of everyday life, it can happen that you get caught with an earring and tear or tear through an earlobe.
Dr. Resch performs earlobe correction using a special suturing technique to restore the original shape of the earlobe. By using very fine and low-reaction sutures, a highly cosmetic result is achieved.
The stitches are removed after about a week and after about three months it is possible to pierce your ears again. If necessary, the earlobe can also be made slightly smaller.
Reasons for reconstructive ear surgery
Reconstructive ear surgery may be necessary after injuries or in the case of congenital malformations such as microtia. In these cases, the aim is not only to make aesthetic corrections, but also to restore ear function and normal anatomy.
Reasons for ear reduction (macrotia)
For people who suffer from ears that are too large, a reduction in size offers the opportunity to harmonize the proportions of the face. This often affects patients who were born with an oversized auricle (macrotia) or whose ears have continued to grow over the course of their lives.
When is ear correction an option?
- If your child suffers from prominent ears (bat ears) and is at least five years old
- You suffer from prominent ears as an adult.
- If you have split, overly large earlobes or suffer from pixie earlobes
Ear correction from the age of 5
Ear correction is possible from the age of 5, as this is when the ears are almost fully grown. After the operation, please allow your child or yourself 7-10 days of rest. Adults can usually return to work after one week. Children should stay away from kindergarten or school for around 10 days. Ideally, for children, school holidays are suitable, and for adults, vacation or Christmas holidays are opportune times for the operation.
Psychological benefits and aesthetic requirements
Regardless of which type of ear correction is performed, the psychological benefits are often considerable. Those affected report increased self-confidence and improved social well-being after the procedure.
However, the decision to have an ear correction should always be made after a thorough consultation with Dr. Resch to ensure that individual needs and aesthetic wishes are taken into account.
What patients say about us
Guide to ear correction - The path to your new self
It is very important to me to support you in your decision by providing comprehensive information. In addition, a trusting relationship with your doctor is always beneficial.
Our procedure for operations
Arrange a consultation
Simply book an appointment online via "Arrange consultation" or by phone +43 1 417 05 05. We are happy to get in contact with you.
Talk to Dr. Roland Resch
At your first consultation you will be thoroughly informed about the procedure you are planning to go through. We will answer all your questions. You will take home all the documents needed concerning your treatment.
Take your time
Take your time to think it over and read the documents we provide about your planned procedure. A reflection period of about 14 days is recommended for most procedures.
2nd consultation
In a second consultation, we will explain all aspects of the procedure again and will be happy to answer any questions you may have.
Operation
If you decide to have the procedure, we will find a suitable date for you.
Make an appointment
Dr. Roland Resch is available for a personal consultation by appointment!
4 steps to ear correction
Consultation
Every procedure in our practice is made as comfortable as possible for our adult and pediatric patients. Especially with children, it is very important for us to create a warm and fear-free atmosphere. Each procedure is preceded by a detailed consultation with the parents or you as an adult. This is primarily aimed at clarifying the initial situation and discussing the entire procedure, any risks involved, and the post-operative period.
Anesthesia
The procedure of otoplasty is always performed under general anesthesia in children, from adolescence and in adults under local anesthesia; of course, also under general anesthesia upon request. Our experienced anesthesia team will guide you through the operation. The correction of split earlobes is usually performed under local anesthesia.
Method of ear correction
Through an incision behind the ear, the cartilage is reshaped using special incision techniques and stitched to bring the entire ear closer to the patient's head. The stitches are entirely behind the ear and scars are not visible from the outside.
Aftercare & recovery
Children: Your child will be taken to our recovery room immediately after the operation and you can be with your child again from that time. Shortly after the procedure your child will wake up from anesthesia and about an hour later you can return home.
Adults: you can go home immediately after the outpatient procedure under local anesthesia and a short recovery period. After the operation, a headband must be worn for a certain period of time, especially at night, in order to optimally support the success of the operation. If necessary, a head bandage will be applied for several days, especially for children. If there is a tendency for impaired wound healing, we will also advise you on suitable scar care.
Removing protruding ears/ear pinning surgery - the most important questions and answers
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How do I prepare for ear corerction (Otopexy)?
Before ear correction surgery, we will discuss the following points together in order to positively influence the result in advance and minimize risks:
- Your general health condition or that of your child
- Any existing illnesses
- Avoiding aspirin or other anti-inflammatory drugs that affect blood clotting
- The procedure for high blood pressure or diabetes
- Acute or chronic illnesses that may potentially contraindicate surgery
- Your preparation for the time after the procedure
- The importance of avoiding alcohol and nicotine before surgery
- Adequate fluid intake before and after the procedure
- Please wash your hair before the procedure.
What are the risks of ear surgery (Otopexy)?
Patient safety is my top priority!
Otoplasty is a very frequently performed operation with a usually low risk. As with any procedure, however, there are residual risks, which can be significantly minimized by adhering to high safety standards. It is also important to know that asymmetries cannot be completely corrected. A certain degree of asymmetry is present in almost every person and is not considered pathological. Not all congenital ear deformities can be completely balanced and corrected.
Rarely occurring risks:
- Hematoma – usually disappears by itself; in very rare cases it has to be removed.
- Pain – this can be treated very simply by taking pain medication.
- Minimal postoperative bleeding
Very rare risks:
- Infection – in the vast majority of cases this can be treated very simply with an antibiotic. Very rare are severe cartilage infections that require inpatient treatment and may lead to cosmetic impairments.
- Wound healing disorder – some people have a tendency towards impaired wound healing, whereby the risk is significantly higher in smokers or diabetics.
- Hypersensitivity to touch, pressure or cold.
When are sports, sauna, sun and tanning bed possible again after an otoplasty?
Please refrain from intensive sport and sunbathing as well as sauna and solarium for three months.
What are the costs of ear pinning?
How much does it cost to correct torn earlobes?
How much does it cost to correct torn earlobes?
| Ear pinning surgery | Torn earlobes |
|---|---|
| The price of an ear pinning operation includes all costs and amounts to € 2,990 for both ears. | The price of a correction of torn earlobes includes all costs and amounts to: € 1.590,- |