One Ear Otoplasty (doctor J. Hayek)

Otoplasty (ear correction)

Many people with protruding or misshapen ears are extremely self-conscious about the problem, and otoplasty can be a great solution for this insecurity. Otoplasty is a surgical reshaping of the outer ear, also known as “ear pinning”. Ear correction can be done at any age after the ears have reached their full size (usually after age 5) through adulthood. Otoplasty creates a more natural shape while bringing balance and proportion to the ears and face. Correction of even minor deformities can have significant benefits to appearance and self-esteem.

How the surgery is performed?

Surgery can be performed under local ar general anesthesia. During the surgery incisions are made on the back surface of the ear. Then, the cartilage is removed and repositioned to draw the ears closer to the head or reshape them as necessary. The skin is being tightened to draw over the new contours of the ear and sutured. A head wrap is then put into place to protect the ears.

Postoperative period

• Patients are usually discharged at the same day after surgery;
• Head wrap must be worn for one week after surgery at all times and then for two weeks at night;
• Stitches are removed after 7 days;
• Scars are very thin and almost invisible, when the incisions completely heal.

PATIENT JOURNEY

Enquiry

• If you would like to get a quote for surgery feel free to fill in this questionnaire: QUESTIONNAIRE.
• The surgeon will evaluate your general health and prepare an individual treatment plan, our patients coordinator will get in touch with you within 1-2 working days.

Booking the treatment

• Once you are approved for the surgery you can choose the suitable date for the treatment. For women: it is recommended to plan the surgery between your menstrual cycles.
• To book the surgery you will be asked to pay deposit payment.
• Next step - flights and accommodation booking. We can also offer help with arranging Your trip and accommodation.

Preparing for the surgery at home

• One month before surgery you will receive guidlines you will be recommended to follow before surgery.

Preparing for the surgery at the clinic

• You will need to arrive to Lithuania at least one day before the surgery. On the 1st a mandatory COVID-19 test is performed, as well as blood tests, ECG, consultation with surgeon.
• Before the surgery you will have to sign an agreement to undergo the surgery and anaesthesia. Please read these documents carefully and if there will be some obscurity or questions sort them out with the doctor and/or doctor-anaesthetist before signing the agreements.
• The payment for the surgery conditions are stated in the Agreement for the provision of personal health care services. The payment can be made by cash or credit card before surgery.

Surgery

• On the day of surgery it is forbidden to use any cosmetics (make up, body cosmetics, inluding self-tanning cosmetics) or jewellery (including all kind of piercings).
• On the 2nd – 3rd day you will have the surgery. You will need to stay at the hospital for 1-2 nights. Here you will be provided with all needed medication and care. Bring only personal hygiene kit (toothbrush, toothpaste, comb etc.). Pyjamas, robe, slippers will be provided by the clinic personnel.
• After the surgery medicine package is given for the first days after surgery.

Back home

• If you have any questions you are always welcome to contact us by phone or email.

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