EAR SHAPING & EAR LOBE REPAIR
In PHOENIX, AZ
Serving Phoenix and surrounding AZ cities
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Phoenix earlobe repair and otoplasty surgeon – Dr. LaBarbera performs otoplasty to repair earlobes, correct stretched, creased, wrinkled or extra-large earlobes. In extreme cases where the entire earlobe is missing due to injury or congenital reasons, the surgeon can build new ears. Most of Dr. LaBarbera’s ear correction surgery patients are children above the age of 7 years and young adults.
Dr. LaBarbera works individually with each patient and formulates a proper treatment plan based on the issue at hand. He has helped countless children and adults in Phoenix, and surrounding Arizona areas regain their self-esteem and feel confident about their looks. Dr. LaBarbera employs advanced surgical techniques to safely give his patient’s ears a natural shape, while at the same time maintaining a proportionate balance between the ears and the face.
REPAIR OF TORN EARLOBE
PROCEDURE BENEFITS
- Ears reshaped to the desired cosmetic effect
- Reduced size of excessively large ears
- Achieve a more uniform and pleasing facial appearance
- “pin” protruding ears closer to the head for an enhanced appearance
YOUR INITIAL EAR SHAPING CONSULTATION WITH DR. LABARBERA
The first step is to visit Dr. LaBarbera at his Phoenix office. During this initial visit, the surgeon will examine your ears to establish whether you are an ideal candidate for otoplasty. The surgeon will seek to understand your goals and expectations and discuss the treatment options available. Dr. LaBarbera will also evaluate your overall health to ascertain whether you are in good shape to receive an otoplasty. Be prepared to discuss your comprehensive medical history, including medications you are taking, and previous treatments. This visit is also a good opportunity for you to ask the surgeon any questions you may have regarding the cost of the procedure, preparations, and the recovery process.
PREPARING FOR EAR CORRECTION COSMETIC SURGERY
Where patients have an existing condition such as high blood pressure, it must be controlled before otoplasty can be performed. About two weeks before the surgery, you’ll be asked to stop taking herbal supplements, and any blood-thinning medication. Before the scheduled surgery date, the surgeon will conduct a physical exam and pre-admit you for testing.
Typically, ear shaping surgery is performed within 2 weeks after the results of these tests have been examined. The surgeon will provide further guidelines with regards to eating, drinking, smoking, taking vitamin supplements and medication. It’s also important to make arrangements for someone to drive you home after the surgery and help out for a couple of days.
SURGICAL TECHNIQUE
Ear pinning – many small children have very soft cartilage that can be molded and contoured using splints. In adults, the fully developed cartilage will need to be removed or repositioned so as to pin the ear back. This is usually performed via a small incision made along the edge on the back of the ear. After displacing the cartilage, sutures will be used to hold the ear in place closer to the head.
Size reduction – this entails reducing the size of the ear. An incision will be made below the edge at the back of the ear. The surgeon will remove excess cartilage, and suture the skin together. This effectively reduces the surface area of the cartilage and makes the ear smaller.
DURING/AFTER SURGERY
PLANNING YOUR PROCEDURE
Ear surgery costs varies depending on the extent of the procedure. These costs may significantly go up in extreme cases. Generally, health insurance does not pay for otoplasty. In some situations (such as when the surgery is needed due to trauma or a birth defect), health insurance can pay up.
Dr. Jude LaBarbera performs ear correction surgery at his ultra-modern in-office operating room in Phoenix Arizona. He is supported by a team of highly skilled and licensed staff.
AVERAGE COST
Varies
PROCEDURE TIME
1 – 2 Hours
RECOVERY TIME
6 Weeks
INSURANCE
Some Situations
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Are the results of otoplasty lasting?
The ears are one of the fastest maturing part of the human body. If the surgery is performed at an appropriate age, the results of ear surgery are long-lasting. Although gravity and aging can affect all areas of the body, any changes to the ear are minimal and secondary otoplasty is typically not needed.
When is the best age for ear surgery?
One or both ears?
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