Ear Surgery (Otoplasty) Day Surgery Procedure

For individuals who have prominent so-called ‘bat’ ears, cosmetic ear surgery can significantly improve their appearance and enhance their self-confidence. Ear surgery, otherwise known as otoplasty, is performed by Mr. Maxwell at his practice in Melbourne, Victoria for adults. The procedure is extremely reliable and generally requires a recovery period of ten days.

Ear Surgery Candidates

To find out if you are a suitable candidate, contact Mr. Richard Maxwell today to schedule a consultation.

This is a great Before & After example of corrective ear surgery performed by Mr. Maxwell.

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Surgical Technique

The ear surgery procedure takes just one to two hours and is generally performed under sedation and is a day case procedure. Otoplasty can also be performed as an office procedure in adults. The surgery commences well-hidden incisions behind the ears. Through these incisions, Mr. Maxwell reshapes the cartilage of the ears to position them more naturally, closer to the side of the head. After the incisions are sutured and the ears carefully bandaged, the procedure is complete.

After Otoplasty (Ear Surgery)

Patients are required to wear the head bandage continuously for the first week after ear surgery to maintain the new position and shape of the ears and to reduce swelling and the risk of post-operative bleeding. When the bandages are removed, the ears are rather swollen and bruised, but this settles quickly over the next ten days. The patient then wears a headband at night for the next two weeks. Patient satisfaction is very high after otoplasty and patients are generally excited to show off their new appearance.

Schedule an Ear Surgery Consultation with Mr. Richard Maxwell

We invite you to schedule an otoplasty consultation at our offices in Melbourne, Victoria to learn more about the results that you can expect from ear surgery.

In addition to Octoplasty, Dr Richard Maxwell is an expert in Rhinoplasty, Facelift, Eyelid Surgery, Breast Reduction, Breast Enlargement, Breast Lift, Abdominoplasty, Liposuction, and Body Contouring surgeries. This include Bodylifting (excess skin removal and liposuction) after Major Weight Loss, such as patients experience after Bariatric gastric surgery or embarking on a complete nutrition and exercise makeover plan.

You can contact Mr Maxwell or a Patient Care Advisor either at Reception: (03) 8849 1400 or New Patient Enquiries: (03) 8849 1462.

Alternatively attend our Regular FREE Practice EVENTS held monthly.

NEXT STEPS for a Consultation

Book your Initial Surgery Consultation

• Email us or Call on (03) 8849 1462 to arrange your surgeon consultation appointment.
• A Referral from your GP or specialist is helpful but NOT essential – you can have a consultation without a GP Referral
• Book a consultation with your Surgeon by paying the Consultation Fee (usually $250)

What to Bring to your Plastic Surgeon Consultation

• Bring a friend or relative to help discuss the information and your choices
• Take lots of notes and read the documents provided thoroughly

Want more information before scheduling your Plastic Surgeon consultation?

• Request more information about the procedure – call or contact us
• Book a Complimentary Nurse Consultation (FREE)
• Organise a phone call with Patient Advisor (FREE)
• Attend our Regular Practice EVENT (FREE) – meet Surgeons, Patient Care Advisor and speak to other past patients
• Organise a Skype call consultation with a Surgeon (available for Interstate patients)
• Speak with a past patient that has had the procedure – contact us
• Browse our Frequently Asked Questions including including how to choose a Surgeon for your procedure