Why people consider it
What are the benefits?
- Sets the ears closer to the head
- Often arranged by adults who have waited years
- Aftercare at the same Hospital
Often considered in the situations above. A consultation is the place to talk about the result you have in mind, and whether this procedure is a sensible way there. Nothing is offered until that conversation has happened. Individual results vary.
Otoplasty sets prominent ears closer to the side of the head. It can be for one ear, for both ears, or for an earlobe. Many people have wanted it since school and only arrange it as adults. Men notice prominent ears more once the hair is short.
It is a day at the Hospital. A bandage is worn at first, then a headband at night. The shape is planned with the consultant who would operate, from your own ears, not from a photograph of someone else.
The stay
What is included
The fee is discussed at consultation, and is not shown on this page. It covers the items below.
- Pre-operative assessment at the Hospital
- The procedure in the Hospital’s own theatres
- A single-occupancy room for your stay
- On-site aftercare — reviews at around 7 days, 6 weeks and 12 weeks
- Follow-up with the operating consultant
From enquiry to aftercare
The patient journey
- 01
Enquiry
Complete the enquiry form. Free, and with no obligation.
- 02
Consultation
In-person at the Hospital, or via video consultation. With either option, you speak directly with the surgeon who will perform your surgery.
- 03
Pre-operative assessment
At the Hospital, not a rented room in someone else’s facility.
- 04
Day of Surgery
Your own private patient room on our ward, and surgery in our own Operating Theatre Department.
- 05
Standard Aftercare
Here. On-site. In the same building where you had your surgery.
Questions
Ear Correction, answered
How long does ear correction take?
Typically around 90 minutes
Will I stay overnight?
Day case
How long off work?
Typically about 1 week
When can I exercise?
Typically 4–6 weeks
Will there be scars?
Usually behind the ear. Discussed in consultation.
When will it look settled?
Typically 3–6 months
How much does it cost?
The fee is discussed at consultation, and is not shown on this website.
Who will I meet?
The consultant who would operate. Independent consultants operate here. You are not seen by a salesperson.
Where does aftercare happen?
On site, at the Alexandra in Chesterfield. Reviews at around 7 days, 6 weeks and 12 weeks, with the operating consultant.
Also worth knowing
- Day case, in the Hospital’s own theatres
- A headband at night for a few weeks
- Useful when the hair is worn short
Figures above are typical, not a guarantee. Individual results vary. A consultation is required before any treatment is offered. Aftercare is provided on-site at the Alexandra in Chesterfield.
