Otoplasty procedures are performed using carefully administered local anesthesia to ensure that patients are comfortably asleep and thus feel no pain for discomfort during surgery. After the procedure, it is common to feel pressure, discomfort, and have some swelling in the area. Patients will be given advice on how to manage these symptoms, such as using cold compresses and taking pain medication. The ears will be wrapped with a head wrap that will stay in place for at least 1 week.