Cosmetic Ear Surgery (Otoplasty)
For patients who’ve spent years feeling self-conscious about the size or position of their ears, otoplasty, or cosmetic ear surgery, offers hope. We’re here to make the process smooth and comfortable as you achieve the results you’ve been desiring.
Schedule a ConsultationWhat Is Otoplasty?
Otoplasty is a cosmetic procedure that reshapes or repositions the ears for a more balanced, natural appearance. It’s one of the few cosmetic surgeries performed on children and adults alike, and results are typically permanent.
The procedure can address ears that protrude further than desired, appear asymmetrical, or have a shape that feels out of harmony with the rest of the face. Most patients (and parents of younger patients) are surprised by how straightforward the process is and how meaningful the outcome feels.
How Otoplasty Works
Your oral surgeon will reshape or reposition the ear cartilage through small, discreet incisions placed behind the ear. Depending on the patient’s age and the complexity of the case, the procedure is performed under local or general anesthesia. Both ears can be addressed in a single session — even if only one requires correction — to ensure symmetry.
The surgery typically takes one to two hours. Most patients go home the same day.
Who Might Consider Ear Surgery?
Otoplasty is a deeply personal decision, and it looks different for everyone who pursues it. Some common reasons patients explore it:
- Children whose ears are a source of self-consciousness
- Adults who’ve carried that same feeling for years and are finally ready to address it
- Patients with asymmetrical or misshapen ears from genetics or prior injury
There’s no wrong reason to want to feel confident in your own skin. If the look of your ears has been on your mind, a consultation is a great first step.
What Results Can You Expect?
Otoplasty produces natural-looking results that integrate seamlessly with your facial features. The goal is a subtle shift that brings everything into better balance. Most patients describe enjoying the subtle results and feeling like a more vibrant version of themselves.
The outcomes are permanent in most cases. Once the cartilage heals in its new position, it stays there.
Why Tyler Oral Facial Surgery
Our oral surgeons bring a deep understanding of facial anatomy and cosmetic outcomes to every procedure. Otoplasty requires both technical precision and an artistic sense of proportion — and that combination is something our team takes seriously.
We work with patients of all ages, from young children to adults, and we take time to make sure every patient and family member feels well-informed and genuinely comfortable before moving forward.
Schedule a ConsultationCommon Questions
Most children are good candidates once their ears have reached full development, typically around age five or older. Beyond the physical criteria, we look for a child who understands the process and is on board with it — not just a parent who wants it for them. We’re happy to meet with both during a consultation to answer questions and help you decide together.
Yes, in most cases. Once the cartilage has healed in its repositioned shape, the results are long-lasting. Normal aging will continue, but the improvement from otoplasty is not something that reverses over time.
Most patients wear a protective headband for a week or two after surgery to support healing. Swelling and mild discomfort are normal in the first few days. Children typically return to school within a week, and adults return to work around the same time. Your oral surgeon will walk you through a complete recovery plan before you leave.
Meet Our Surgeons
Our team of oral and maxillofacial surgeons brings decades of combined experience and a shared commitment to individualized patient-centered care.
Patient Testimonials
The most honest measure of our work is how our patients feel when they leave. Read what real patients across East Texas are saying about their care at Tyler Oral Facial Surgery.
