Ear setback is a frequently performed procedure. The majority of patients are corrected at about age 7. The ears have achieved 90% or more of their full growth and at that age, other children begin to taunt the child with protruding ears. Many adults who never were offered correction as a child also undergo this surgery. In a child, it is done asleep. In an adult, I perform this surgery awake under local anesthesia. A protective dressing is worn for about 5 days and a headband to sleep for 3 weeks.

Cleft earlobes from earrings that have pulled through are also frequently corrected. This is a very short procedure under local anesthesia and I recommend re-piercing at about 6 weeks.

 

 

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Scar Guard

Several products are available that may aid in reduction of visible scarring.  These include Cica Care silicone gel sheeting, Kelocote silicone cream, and my preference which is ScarGuard (WWW.ScarGuard.com) .  ScarGuard combines several of these modalities and is easier to use.

Whichever one you choose, I believe that scarring is, in fact, improved by using these types of products.

If you are having surgery I recommend that you review the information at WWW.ScarGuard.com and talk to your surgeon about how to achieve the best result possible. Old scars can often be treated and improved as well!