Otoplasty can improve the shape, size, protrusion or positioning of your ears. For children, otoplasty is often recommended as they near total ear development, which occurs at approximately ages five to six. Correction of the ears helps eliminate potential psychological trauma from the teasing of classmates.

An otoplasty reshapes cartilage, the supporting tissue of the ears, in order to reposition your ears closer to your head. This is accomplished through incisions placed behind your ears, which will be concealed in the natural skin crease.