Ear surgery
Ear surgery
Though often overlooked, the ears play a vital role in framing the face. When they are disproportionately large, prominent, or asymmetrical, they can become a focal point, affecting self-confidence—especially in children and adolescents.
Dr. Adel Quttainah is committed to providing highly refined ear reshaping surgery in Dubai (Otoplasty).
He aims to reposition and reshape the ears to achieve a natural, balanced result that integrates seamlessly with your overall facial features, often bringing immediate and profound psychological benefits.
What is otoplasty in Dubai?
Otoplasty is a surgical procedure to improve the ear’s size, position, or proportion of the ears. It is a highly specialized form of ear reshaping surgery in Dubai that addresses cosmetic concerns, primarily focusing on:
Prominence: Pinning back ears that stick out excessively from the head (the most common reason for the procedure).
Size reduction: Addressing ears that are abnormally large (macrotia).
Reshaping: Correcting defects present from birth or injury, such as reconstructing a damaged earlobe or correcting a lop ear.
The surgery is fundamentally reconstructive, aiming to create or restore the missing antihelical fold (the curved ridge just inside the rim of the ear) and/or reduce enlarged conchal cartilage (the large, deep bowl closest to the ear canal). The result is an ear that lies closer to the head, creating a much softer, less distracting profile.
Who is the ideal candidate for ear reshaping surgery in Dubai?
Otoplasty is a procedure frequently performed on both children and adults.
Children
Most suitable for school-aged children, the procedure benefits from the fact that the ears are nearly full adult size by age four, and the cartilage remains flexible.
Performing the surgery at this age is crucial because it helps alleviate the psychological distress and potential teasing that can occur once the child enters school. Parental and child readiness are key to a successful outcome.
Adults
Adults also seek otoplasty in Dubai to correct a lifelong concern about protruding ears or to address damaged earlobes. For adults, the procedure is a way to finally resolve aesthetic concerns that have impacted their confidence for decades.
You may be an ideal candidate if you have:
- Ears that protrude more than two centimeters from the side of the head.
- Protrusion or asymmetry that causes emotional distress.
- One ear is noticeably larger or positioned differently than the other.
- Ear lobes that are torn or stretched due to trauma or heavy jewelry.
Dr. Adel Quttainah’s expert approach to otoplasty in Dubai
Dr. Adel Quttainah’s approach to ear reshaping surgery in Dubai emphasizes subtlety and permanence. He avoids an “over-pinned” or unnatural look, concentrating on creating a well-formed ear’s soft, natural curves.
Surgical technique
The goal is to hide all surgical markings. For a standard otoplasty, the incision is placed in the crease behind the ear, rendering the scar virtually invisible once healed.
Through this hidden incision, Dr. Adel Quttainah sculpts and folds the cartilage using permanent sutures to hold the ear closer to the head in its new position. The cartilage is reshaped to create the necessary folds and contours for a natural appearance.
Anesthesia
The choice of anesthesia depends on the patient’s age:
Children Typically undergo the procedure under general anesthesia.
Adults: Often prefer local anesthesia with oral or intravenous sedation, allowing them to return home the same day.
The recovery process
Recovery from otoplasty in Dubai is generally straightforward, though patience is key.
Immediate post-op: A soft dressing or head wrap will be applied immediately after surgery to protect the new contours and aid healing. This must be worn continuously for about a week.
Swelling and discomfort: Mild discomfort, swelling, and minor bruising are expected but are easily managed with prescribed pain medication.
Activity: Stitches are usually removed within a week. Patients must wear a loose, supportive headband (often only at night) for several weeks to protect the ears while sleeping and to keep tension off the new folds.
Return to routine: Children can typically return to school after the first week, while adults often resume non-strenuous work within a few days. Contact sports must be avoided for six to eight weeks.
Ear surgery cost in Dubai
The cost of ear surgery in Dubai is highly individualized.
It depends on several factors, including: The complexity of the correction (e.g., simple pinning vs. complete ear reconstruction), whether the procedure is unilateral (one ear) or bilateral (both ears), the type of anesthesia used, and the surgical facility fees.
Following your initial consultation with Dr. Adel Quttainah, you will receive a precise and comprehensive quote for your personalized otoplasty in Dubai.
If you are ready to achieve balance and harmony in your facial profile, contact Dr. Adel Quttainah’s practice today to schedule your private consultation for otoplasty in Dubai.
FAQs
The results of otoplasty are considered permanent. Once the cartilage is reshaped and secured with internal sutures, the ears will remain close to the head for life.
The surgery is not painful as it is performed under anesthesia. Post-operatively, most patients experience a dull ache or throbbing sensation, which feels more like an intense pressure. This discomfort is typically mild and managed effectively with pain medication for the first few days.
Temporary numbness or altered sensation is common, especially right after the procedure. This sensation usually returns to normal within a few weeks or months as the nerves heal.
Absolutely. While the cartilage is less pliable than in children, excellent, permanent results can be achieved in adult patients, providing them with the confidence they may have lacked for years.
To keep the incision sites completely dry, avoid washing your hair until the initial bandages or head dressing are removed, typically about one week after the surgery.