Bat ears or prominent ears are usually congenital and can lead, particularly for children, to self-consciousness and teasing. It is a very common problem - and therefore not abnormal - that unfortunately often results in bullying from an early age. Bat ear correction surgery will correct prominent (or bat) ears and place them closer to the head.
At the Wellness Kliniek we perform the most cosmetic ear operations in children between the ages of six and sixteen. However, adults are also suitable candidates. Ears can also be properly and permanently corrected later in life. Ears which have an attractive shape and sit naturally close to the head result in great satisfaction. Your face will look completely different. It is never too late to have ear correction surgery.
Each anatomical problem requires its own individual solution.
With prominent ears (bat ears) or with correction of the outer part of the ear a small incision is usually made, under a local anaesthetic, just behind the ear. This allows the surgeon to correct the position and the shape of the ear cartilage.
After the procedure you will need to wear an elastic bandage for a few days; with other ear or earlobe corrections it is usually not necessary. Two weeks later any swelling or bruising will disappear and you can resume all your usual sporting activities.
Following treatment for prominent ears you will be given an elastic bandage. The first week you need to wear it night and day and you should not touch or wash the treated area. The bandage should remain closed and dry. A week later you are asked to come for your check-up. The surgeon removes the bandage and any remaining stitches. From this point you can shower and wash your hair. You only need to wear the bandage during the night for between 4 and 6 weeks after the procedure.
Most patients return to school or work a week after the operation. It is best to wait a few weeks before resuming any demanding physical activities or sports.
With ear correction surgery the scar remains visible as a red line for a few weeks to months, but because it is usually behind the ear it is barely noticeable. 18 months after your operation the red line has faded to white and there is hardly any evidence of the procedure.
The final result of ear correction surgery is only visible after 4 to 6 weeks following the procedure.
The results are permanent.
During your consultation, you will meet the surgeon who will perform your surgery. The consultation will start with you expressing your desired result.
Your surgeon will then perform a medical examination to assess whether you are a suitable candidate.
During your consultation you can expect:
Depending on the type of treatment, your surgery will be performed under intravenous sleep sedation, local or general anaesthesia. More information about all types of anesthesia can be found on this page.
Your anaesthetist will insert a needle into your arm through which the medication will be injected. It takes about 10 seconds to take effect.
After surgery, incisions are closed with dissoluble sutures and necessary plasters and bandages are applied. When general anaesthesia or intravenous sleep sedation is applied, the anaesthetist will start the wake up process and you will be transferred to the recovery area where you will be closely monitored.
After surgery, you will be taken to the recovery area where you will be closely monitored by our medical staff. If the surgery took place under general anaesthesia or intravenous sleep sedation, your bodily functions will routinely be monitored whilst you start to awake.
Once you are fully conscious, you will be taken to your room where you can continue resting until you feel fit to go home.
Some surgeries require patients to stay overnight.
For optimal healing and aesthetic outcome, it is important to strictly follow your surgeon’s post-operative guidelines. These guidelines may vary from patient to patient.
All stitches are dissoluble so you don't need to visit your family doctor or a nurse to remove them. Depending on the type of surgery you might be expected to return for a follow-up consultation. You will be informed accordingly by our team members.
We are there to support you day and night. Our doctors and staff will advise and assist you until you are fully recovered.
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We make sure we put safety, expertise and patient satisfaction at the core of what we do. We consider it to be extremely important for you to be able to balance the risks and the expected results as well as possible. This is why you are always entitled to free preoperative consultations.
We are a state-of-the-art aesthetic clinic with spacious private facilities, private parking and our own specially designed operating rooms to guarantee your safety and satisfaction at all times.
Our team of aesthetic surgeons are amongst the most experienced and qualified in their field. They will make sure that you are well-informed, offered honest advice, assured, comfortable and safe during every stage of your procedure.
