Ears may appear more prominent for two primary reasons. One is an overgrowth of cartilage tissue within the “bowl” of the ear, which is seen from the front. The other is the underdevelopment of the antithetical fold near the upper ear. This area of cartilage forms a Y shape that contributes to the ear’s overall shape and projection. During your consultation for otoplasty, Dr. Pittman will carefully evaluate the ears and explain to you the structural abnormality that requires correction.