You may be an ideal candidate for the otoplasty if the appearance of your external ear is affected due to any of the following reasons:
Misaligned ears
Overly large ears
Congenital disabilities
Developmental disorders
Traumatic injuries
Cancer resection
Otoplasty can be done at any age; for instance, ear surgery can be done on healthy infants after the identification of certain congenital disabilities. In some cases, children get their ear surgery at 5-6 years of age before joining school. If you are not happy with the external appearance of your ears as an adult, you can also get otoplasty, as long as you are in overall good health.
If you are not aware of any underlying conditions that might be causing you to be dissatisfied with the appearance of your ears, you can still discuss your concerns with a plastic surgeon. By holding a consultation with Dr. Barrera, you can determine which otoplasty technique can deliver the results that you want.