Ear Pinning Surgery Louisville, KY | CaloAesthetics Plastic Surgery Center

Understanding Otoplasty in Louisville

Dr. M. Bradley Calobrace and Dr. Juan Quintero perform ear pinning (otoplasty) in Louisville, Kentucky, for patients with protruding or misshapen ears. This cosmetic procedure can be performed as early as 5 years of age and is also popular among adults seeking ear correction.

Surgical Approach and Technique

CaloAesthetics® performs otoplasty as an outpatient procedure in their AAAASF-approved surgical facility. The surgeons typically use general anesthesia for children and local anesthesia for adults. The surgical technique involves:

• Making incisions on the back of the ear
• Removing small portions of fat and tissue
• Reshaping and repositioning ear cartilage
• Securing cartilage with precise sutures

Procedure Combinations

Adult patients can enhance their results by combining ear surgery with complementary procedures such as rhinoplasty or chin augmentation.

Recovery and Expectations

Patients can anticipate temporary pain and swelling following the procedure. A protective headband may be required during initial recovery. Contact sports should be avoided for 1 to 3 months to ensure proper healing.

Potential Risks

As with any surgical procedure, ear pinning carries potential risks including:

• Infection
• Bleeding
• Poor scarring
• Potential ear asymmetry
• Possibility of relapse

Expert Surgeons

CaloAesthetics® is led by board-certified plastic surgeons Dr. M. Bradley Calobrace and Dr. Juan L. Quintero, renowned for their exceptional patient care and natural-looking surgical results.

For more information about Ear Surgery in Louisville, KY, submit an enquiry to CaloAesthetics Plastic Surgery Center.