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Cosmetic Procedures - Ear Surgery - After Surgery
Pain is usually quite minimal and bruising and swelling are reduced from the gentle pressure of the head dressing. The head dressing is removed after one week in children and two days in teenagers and adults. An elastic headband (or ski band) is to be worn at nighttime for several more weeks for protection. The temporary swelling of the ears usually resolves completely in two to three weeks after surgery. The hair may be gently washed when the head dressing is removed. Physical activities such as sports, where the risk of ear trauma exists, should be done cautiously for up to one month after surgery.
Significant complications are exceedingly rare from this procedure. Minor risks include delayed healing of the incisions, infection of the ear cartilage, extrusion of the sutures used to shape the cartilages, and asymmetry in the shape of the ears between the two sides.
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