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Ear Surgery (Otoplasty)
Ear Surgery in Turkey
Ear surgery is a kind of aesthetic procedure also known as otoplasty which is performed to correct prominent ears. Ears that come out more than 2 centimeters from the side of the head are called prominent or protruding. The goal of otoplasty is to improve the proportion and naturalness of the ears. The surgery can be done on both kids with big ears that stick out and adults whose ears have changed size because of an injury or trauma. The process entails reshaping and rearranging the cartilage in your ear for a more natural look. In many instances, stitches are used to keep the cartilage in place while the wound heals. Still, your surgeon may remove them after a few weeks or months, depending on your needs and recovery time.
Am I a good candidate for Ear Surgery in Turkey?
- If you have prominent ears.
- If you have abnormally developed earlobes or ear canals that are too narrow.
That means you are a good candidate for Ear Surgery.
Types of Ear Surgery in Turkey
1. Incisionless Otoplasty
Incisionless otoplasty corrects protruding ears. Even though different surgeries can be used to treat the prominent ears, incisionless otoplasty is one of the least invasive ones that has a faster healing time and a lower chance of complications.
2. Lop Ear Otoplasty
A medical disorder called constricted ear deformity, often referred to as lop ear deformity, causes the upper part of the ear to fold forward. A medical treatment called a “lop ear otoplasty” can fix this problem. From mild to severe, this deformity can vary. The folding upper ear can hide regular ear details, make the ears appear small, and make them “stick out” more.
3. One Ear Otoplasty
In this type, the patients will only have surgery on one ear. This method’s primary purpose is to correct an anomaly or to improve appearance. You should have one ear otoplasty if you want to change your look with one ear correction.
Things to consider before Ear Surgery in Turkey
- Please inform the medical team about the medicines, vitamins, herbal supplements you use during your medical evaluation.
- Stop using aspirin, ibuprofen, naproxen and other non-steroidal anti-inflammatory medications, Vitamin E, herbal supplements, or any medications containing these compounds for two weeks before surgery.
- Stop drinking green tea at least 10 days before surgery.
- It is recommended to refrain from smoking two weeks before and two weeks after surgery. Smoking delays recovery time and can result in scarring.
- Avoid sun damage two weeks before surgery.
- Do not eat or drink anything, including water, after midnight the night before your surgery.
- Arrange for someone to stay with you for the first 24 hours after surgery.
- If you have any medical condition, please bring all your medical results and reports with you.
How is Ear Surgery performed in Turkey?
As the surgeon gets you ready for surgery, he or she will create an illustration by making some markings on your face. This will serve as a guide throughout the procedure. Then, anesthesia will be administered to you. Once anesthesia is administered, the surgeon will make small cuts behind your ears to expose the cartilage. As a result, when incisions are done on the outer part of the ear, they are neatly concealed in the ear folds’ inside. In the end, the surgeon will use dissolvable stitches to reshape and stabilize the cartilage as well as to seal the incisions.
Day of Ear Surgery
- Do not eat or drink anything, including water, the morning of surgery.
- Wear loose-fitting clothes that fasten in front or back.
- Leave all valuables at the safe box in your hotel room.
- Do not wear any facial or eye make-up. Please avoid nail polish.
- You may wear glasses but do not wear contact lenses.
- Bring ID/passport, if you have any medical conditions, please bring medical reports with you.
Recovery after Ear Surgery in Turkey
You must stay one night at the hospital. Your ears may look swollen when the dressings are taken off, but the shape and extension of your ears will be normal. After 4 weeks, the swelling will be gone. For about a week after surgery, it’s best to sleep with your head raised. Also, you need to get some rest and not do anything strenuous to protect your incisions from pressure and motion.
Ear Surgery Post-op Instructions
- In one week, children will be able to go back to school, and adults will be able to go back to work.
- You should wear a headband to bed for the next three months to protect your ears while you rest.
- After two weeks, you can do normal workouts again, and after three weeks, you can play sports again.
Ear Surgery Cost in Turkey
Ear Surgery in Turkey typically costs between $1600 and $2700. It’s important to keep in mind that these costs are estimates and that the exact amount will change based on the desires of each patient, surgeon’s experience, and hospitals. Compared to the UK, United States, and Europe, Turkey provides more affordable treatment packages for Ear Surgery procedures.
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