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I was diagnosed with skin cancer on my ear, and saw Dr. Khosh to discuss reconstruction after cancer removal. Dr. Khosh was great; he was thorough in explaining the procedure and what I could expect. My ear now looks whole and hardly anyone can notice the scar. If you have need for ear reconstruction, you should see Dr. Khosh.

Henry J. - New York, NY

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There are many reasons for wanting to change the shape of your ears. Whether you feel your ears are protruding, misshapen, or abnormally-sized, your perceptions of your ears can be a source of self-consciousness and overall discontent. Otoplasty-ear reshaping-refers to the procedure that allows correction of these ear abnormalities.

In otoplasty for protruding ears, Dr. Khosh begins by making an incision in the back of the ear. Stitches are then placed to cause the cartilage to bend, and the incision is closed. In individuals with one protruding ear, the stitches are adjusted so that the auricle matches the other ear. In the case of bilateral protruding ears, Dr. Khosh is able to adjust the stitches so that the ears are symmetric and naturally curved. Additionally, ear cartilage can be shaved to move the ear closer to the scalp. Other variations of otoplasty allow reducing the size of the ears. Dr. Khosh understands the varying needs and desires of his patients. He therefore approaches each otoplasty with creativity and artistry, carefully catering to your particular and individual needs and cosmetic goals.

Dr. Khosh recommends against operating in children who are younger than five, as the ear cartilage continues to grow up until that age. Surgical results are more reliable when the ear is fully grown.

  • 2010 Patients' Choice Award
  • 2008-2009 & 2010-2011 Best Doctor List.
  • Past President of New York Facial Plastic Surgery Society.
  • Assistant Clinical Professor at Columbia University.
  • Past Director of Facial Plastic Surgery at Columbia Univeristy.
  • Founding Member of new York Head & Neck Institute.
  • Affiliate Member of Vascular Birthmarks Institute of New York.
  • 2001 Columbia University Maxwell Abramson Teaching Award.

Case Study

This 5-year-old boy had congenital under development of his ear, known as microtia. His ear was reconstructed with cartilage taken from his rib.

  • Patient: 5-year-old boy
  • Problem: Microtia, missing ear
  • Procedure: Microtia repair with rib cartilage graft

FAQS

Who is a good candidate for otoplasty?
Good candidate for otoplasty are older than five years, and have unilateral or bilateral protuberant, asymmetric, elongated, or enlarged external ears.
How long is the recovery from otoplasty?
The ears are wrapped with a bandage for several days. Discomfort from surgery is typically resolved after one week, and patients are fully functional. Swelling and bruising will dissipate within two weeks. We recommend avoiding contact sports where the ears can be traumatized for six months.
Can a large ear be made smaller with otoplasty?
The commonest form of otoplasty is performed to pin protruding ears back. However, other otoplasty techniques allow reducing the size of the ears. This version of the procedure requires different incision placements and necessitates cartilage incisions.
My ear lobes have grown longer as I aged. Can otoplasty shorten my ear lobes?
It is true that the ear lobules elongate as individuals age. Ear lobe shortening is a small surgical procedure where the lobule is cut shorter and repaired. This represents the least complicated form of otoplasty.
What kind of anesthesia is used during otoplasty?
In younger patients and in older anxious patients, general anesthesia is recommended. Otherwise, local anesthesia with or without sedation is used.

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