Otoplasty (or ear surgery) is part of aesthetic and reconstructive surgery of the external ear.
In most cases, a dressing will be placed to cover the wound after surgery. You don’t have to remove the bandage to keep the ears in the proper position.
Unless otherwise directed, the dressing should remain in place for one week.
We usually recommend wearing an elastic band (ear band) for the next six weeks. It is best to wear the band even during the day.
Do not wear earrings or glasses (if possible) for three weeks.
Recovery period
In most cases, a dressing will be placed to cover the wound after surgery. You don’t have to remove the bandage to keep the ears in the proper position.
Unless otherwise directed, the dressing should remain in place for one week.
We usually recommend wearing an elastic band (ear band) for the next six weeks. It is best to wear the band even during the day.
Do not wear earrings or glasses (if possible) for three weeks.