Results of Ear reshaping

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The majority of patients who have otoplasty are pleased with the results and do not need further surgery. Some people may require minor adjustments to be made if the shape of the ears is not satisfactory.

A small scar may be visible behind each ear after the operation, but this will fade and becoming very faint over time. Very rarely, the patient may develop an infection in the cartilage, which may cause scar tissue to form. It will not normally be necessary to operate further as the infection can be treated with antibiotics.

A small number of patients may develop a blood clot in the ear, called a hematoma. This may be extracted in a simple procedure if it does not dissolve naturally.