Male Otoplasty

Ears that over-protrude from the sides of the head can make boys and men self-conscious about their appearance. By reshaping and reducing the prominence of the ears, otoplasty (cosmetic ear surgery) in Paramus, New Jersey, can be a wonderful solution for men in Ridgewood, Hackensack, Mahwah, Somerset, and throughout Bergen County, North New Jersey.

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This 28 year old, referred to Dr. Parker by his own physician, requested correction of his prominent ears. At the patient’s initial consultation with Dr. Parker, he explained the relevant anatomy of the patient’s ears, why looked the way they did and how he could correct them to look more natural. Several weeks later, under local anesthesia,... Read More

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This 17 year old, referred to Dr. Parker by an Ear, Nose and Throat surgeon, requested correction of his prominent left ear. He was content with the appearance of his right ear and merely wished better symmetry. Under local anesthesia, a unilateral otoplasty was performed by Dr. Parker on the left ear. He carefully inserted sutures to create... Read More

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This 32 year old male has been bothered by the prominent appearance of his ears since his youth. Dr. Parker performed a bilateral otoplasty in order to create a more normal appearance of the ears. The patient recovered quickly from his otoplasty procedure. He feels much more self-confident with ears which now blend nicely with the rest of his... Read More

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This 23 year old asked Dr. Parker to improve his protruding ears which have become increasingly bothersome to him. At the patient’s initial consultation, Dr. Parker explained the anatomic reasons for his prominent ears and how they could be corrected surgically. At surgery, which was performed under local anesthesia, Dr. Parker made inconspic... Read More

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This 38 year old asked Dr Parker to correct his protruding ears which have bothered him as long as he can remember. At the patient’s initial consultation, Dr. Parker explained the anatomic reasons for his prominent ears and how they could be corrected surgically. At surgery, which was performed under local anesthesia, Dr. Parker made inconspi... Read More

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This 12 year old asked Dr. Parker to improve the appearance of his prominent ears. During the patient’s consultation, Dr. Parker explained how he would surgically correct the patient’s ears and subsequently did so. Using inconspicuous incisions in the crease behind the patient’s ears, Dr. Parker inserted sutures to reshape the patient’s... Read More

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This 30 year old became increasingly concerned about the prominent appearance of his ears as his hair thinned. During his initial consultation with Dr. Parker, the patient showed him ‘imaged’ pictures, his wife had performed, to show what he wanted his ears to look like after surgery. He was very specific in terms of what he wanted. Dr. Parke... Read More

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This 7 year old increasingly expressed concern to his mother about his prominent ears. During the patient’s consultation, Dr. Parker explained the anatomical reasons for the ears being prominent and how they could be corrected surgically. The patient and his mother were very much on board with the paln. At surgery, Dr. Parker made inconspicuo... Read More

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Keep in mind that each patient is unique and your results may vary.

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Keep in mind that each patient is unique and your results may vary.

Considering Ear Pinning Surgery for Your Son?

Boys over the age of 5 are the most common candidates for this procedure for the following reasons:

• The ears are nearly completely grown by this time
• The ear cartilage is strong enough to hold stitches well
• Most boys cite teasing as their motivation to undergo this surgery

The earlier the surgery takes place, the more they can avoid peer ridicule and the psychological trauma associated with it. However, there is no upper age limit to having this surgery performed. Teens or adults of any age, who are in good health, can be good candidates for this procedure.

Otoplasty procedures can also be combined with rhinoplasty, neck contouring, and chin implants to enhance the results or improve balance to your facial features overall.

What Causes Ears to Stick Out?

Prominent ears result from an incompletely formed antihelical fold, excess conchal cartilage, or both concerns (see illustration). Dr. Parker will examine the patient, then discuss treatment options.

About the Procedure

Ear pinning surgery is a relatively straightforward procedure that takes roughly 1½ hours to complete. It is performed under purely local anesthesia, intravenous sedation, or general anesthesia. Dr. Parker will discuss these options with you during your consultation.

Dr. Parker makes an inconspicuous incision hidden behind the ear through which he sculpts the ear cartilage into an aesthetically attractive shape. He reshapes the ear by inserting internal shaping stitches in the ear cartilage, bringing the ear closer to the side of the head and reducing its prominence. Self-dissolving stitches are used to close the incisions behind the ears.

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Your Otoplasty Consultation & Imaging Session

Consultations at the Parker Center are special. Dr. Parker will spend extra time with you, ensuring that he understands your goals and that you are fully educated about each potential solution. Additionally, our imaging expert will help you see the possibilities with digital photo imaging to show you what you will look like after surgery. Patients who are comparing providers often tell us our consults are the most thorough and informative they’ve ever experienced!

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Your Pre-Op Otoplasty Education Session 

One to two weeks before your scheduled otoplasty, you will undergo a one-hour, in-office, face-to-face education session with one of Dr. Parker’s Nurse Educators. During this session, the nurse educator thoroughly reviews a detailed information packet to further educate you about your otoplasty. This includes a discussion of what to do to prepare for surgery, what occurs on the day of surgery, and what to expect after surgery during your recovery. It’s a detailed session that really educates our patients about the entire surgical process at the Parker Center. Patients tell us they love it because they feel so well-prepared for their surgery. Learn more about what to expect during your pre-op education session.

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Recovery After Otoplasty

Recovery after ear pinning surgery is usually quite tolerable, and there is virtually no pain. After a brief stay in our recovery room, patients return home. Showering is permitted 3 to 4 days after the procedure ( you can bathe before then, making sure you keep the head dry). Normal activities can be resumed within 7 to 10 days, and exercise can be started at 2 weeks. Dr. Parker will give you detailed instructions for you or your child’s return to activity.

Our Rapid Recovery Program

The Parker Center has also developed a unique Rapid Recovery peri-operative program for our patients. It includes a combination of skincare, recovery-enhancing medications, advanced surgical techniques, and post-operative manual lymphatic drainage massage. This program allows our patients to enjoy a shorter recovery time with minimal swelling and bruising, while treating themselves to the pampering they deserve.

If you or your son suffers from low self-esteem because of large or protruding ears, you should contact us to discuss otoplasty. It is a very safe and long-lasting solution to this condition. During your initial consultation, Dr. Parker will discuss the procedure in detail and use computer imaging to give an idea of what the changes should look like after surgery.

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Northern New Jersey Plastic Surgery Patient: New Ears Go With Her New Life

Melissa is a 30 year old professional who has lived with protruding ears all her life.  After finishing graduate school last spring, Melissa decided to give herself a present of otoplasty surgery. Otoplasty, commonly known as “ear pinning, is the surgical correction of misshapen, protruding or prominent ears.  The problem…

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