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Otoplasty

Otoplasty

Surgical correction of prominent ears in children and adults — natural repositioning using hidden incisions behind the ear, with no visible scarring.

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Duration

1-4 Hours

Recovery

7-21 Days

Anesthesia

Local / General

Rating

4.9/5

1 Lakh+

Happy Patients

24+

Years Experience

4.9/5

Google Rating

MCh

Board Certified

NABH

Aligned Facility

Treatment Overview

About Otoplasty

Otoplasty corrects prominent ears that protrude due to inadequate antihelical folding or an overdeveloped conchal bowl. It is one of the few aesthetic procedures performed with excellent results in children from age 5–6, as well as adults. At Inform Clinic in Hyderabad, Dr. Dushyanth Kalva uses cartilage scoring and suturing techniques (Mustardé and Furnas) that reshape and reposition the ear without an over-corrected or pinned look. All incisions are placed behind the ear — scars are invisible from the front or side — and the result is symmetrical ears that sit proportionately against the head.

Otoplasty consultation
Who Is This For?

Benefits & Candidacy

Key Benefits

  • Ears repositioned closer to the head in a permanent, natural-looking position
  • Incision completely behind the ear — no visible scar from the front or side
  • Can be performed in children (5+) and adults with equivalent excellent results
  • High patient satisfaction — one of the most confidence-transforming aesthetic procedures

Likely Suitable If

  • Children aged 5 or older with prominent ears affecting confidence at school
  • Adults seeking correction of prominent, asymmetric, or disproportionately large ears
  • Good cartilage health with no active ear infection
  • Patients with realistic expectations of natural repositioning — not a dramatic change in ear shape

Needs Extra Evaluation

  • Children under 5 — ear cartilage is still growing and results are less predictable
  • Active outer ear infection or eczema of the ear skin
  • Expectation of complete ear reshaping beyond what correction of projection can achieve
  • Patients unable to wear a headband dressing consistently for the first 3–6 weeks
Healing Roadmap

Recovery Timeline

1
Week 1

Days 1–7

What You Can Do

  • Circumferential bandage worn continuously. Mild aching and throbbing is expected. Sleep on your back with the head slightly elevated. Pain is well managed with oral analgesia.

What to Avoid

  • Avoid strenuous activity until cleared by your surgeon
  • Follow prescribed medication and aftercare schedule

Tip: Healing speed varies by treatment and individual factors. Follow-up visits are essential.

2
Weeks 2-3

Day 7–10

What You Can Do

  • Bandage is removed and sutures are checked. A lighter elastic headband is worn for 4–6 weeks, particularly at night.

What to Avoid

  • Avoid strenuous activity until cleared by your surgeon
  • Follow prescribed medication and aftercare schedule

Tip: Healing speed varies by treatment and individual factors. Follow-up visits are essential.

3
Weeks 4-6

Weeks 2–6

What You Can Do

  • Daytime headband can be removed after 2 weeks in most cases. Avoid contact sports, rough housing (in children), or any activity risking ear trauma for 6 weeks.

What to Avoid

  • Avoid strenuous activity until cleared by your surgeon
  • Follow prescribed medication and aftercare schedule

Tip: Healing speed varies by treatment and individual factors. Follow-up visits are essential.

4
Months 2-3

Months 2–6

What You Can Do

  • Final ear position and shape fully visible as residual swelling resolves. Scar behind the ear softens and becomes imperceptible within the skin crease.

What to Avoid

  • Avoid strenuous activity until cleared by your surgeon
  • Follow prescribed medication and aftercare schedule

Tip: Healing speed varies by treatment and individual factors. Follow-up visits are essential.

Transparent Pricing

Cost & Pricing

Personalised quote

After Consultation

Final cost is confirmed after an in-person assessment. Your quote will reflect your specific anatomy, treatment extent, and the approach best suited to your goals — no hidden fees.

What influences the cost

Scope

bilateral vs. unilateral correction

Anaesthesia

local with sedation for adults vs. general anaesthesia for children

Complexity

protrusion correction alone vs. asymmetry or multi-component reshaping

Aftercare

dressings, protective headband, and follow-up programme

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Your Surgeon

Why Choose Dr. Dushyanth?

Dr. Dushyanth Kalva
Your Surgeon

Dr. Dushyanth Kalva

MS, MCh - Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery

Dr. Dushyanth Kalva provides personalized otoplasty planning with a focus on safety, proportion, and natural-looking outcomes.

1 Lakh+

Happy Patients

24+ Years

Experience

MCh

Qualification

4.9/5

Google Rating

Board-certified plastic surgery expertise

Personalized treatment strategy for each patient

Structured recovery and follow-up protocol

Natural, proportion-focused outcomes

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Get Clear Answers

Frequently Asked Questions

The ideal window is age 5–7, when ear cartilage has reached 90% of adult size but is still pliable enough to reshape reliably. Correcting before school reduces the risk of peer bullying. Adult otoplasty delivers equally good results — there is no upper age limit.
Not with conservative planning. The goal is for ears to sit proportionately against the head — not to flatten them completely against the skull. Dr. Kalva ensures the corrected position still looks natural and matches the contralateral side.
All incisions are placed entirely behind the ear in the postauricular crease. When the ear is viewed from the front or side, no scar is visible. The scar at the back fades to a fine line within 6–12 months.
Recurrence is uncommon with modern suture techniques but can partially occur if the headband is not worn consistently during healing, or if cartilage is particularly springy. In rare cases, a minor revision is needed.
Most patients describe the post-operative discomfort as mild aching rather than sharp pain, well-managed with standard oral painkillers. The ears are numb from local anaesthetic for several hours after surgery.
Cost depends on whether correction is unilateral or bilateral, and anaesthesia type (local vs. general). Inform Clinic provides a clear, transparent quote after examination. Bilateral otoplasty under local anaesthesia is a cost-effective day-care procedure.
Procedure duration varies by complexity and whether combined corrections are planned. A personalized estimate is shared during consultation.
Return to routine depends on treatment extent and your recovery pattern. Most patients resume desk work earlier than physically demanding work.
Incision placement is planned carefully to keep scars as discreet as possible. Scar maturation continues for several months.
Jubilee Hills, Hyderabad

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Inform Clinic - Dr. Dushyanth Kalva

3rd Floor, Park View, Road No. 1, Jubilee Hills

Hyderabad - 500033

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+91 72749 74974

Timings

10:00 AM - 7:00 PM

By Road

Located on Road No. 1, Jubilee Hills. Ample parking available at Park View building.

By Metro

Nearest metro: Jubilee Hills Check Post (Blue Line). 10-minute walk or short auto ride.

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Board Certified
24+ Years
1 Lakh+ Happy Patients