The procedure is performed via an incision placed behind the ear.

The surgical techniques for the correction of prominent ears can be grouped into operations that involve:

• Molding the ear with sutures.
• Molding the ear with scoring or sculpting of cartilage.
• Setting back the prominent concha.
• A combination of any of the above.

Pre-operative evaluation of the prominent ears will determine which techniques to employ to achieve a natural and permanent result.

Length of procedure

Approximately two hours.

Anesthesia

Young children: usually general anesthesia.

Older children or adults: commonly performed under local anaesthetic with or without sedation.

Inpatient/Outpatient

Generally performed as a day case procedure.