Ear augmentation is a procedure to enlarge small ears. This particular type of otoplasty can help to rectify asymmetry of the ears.
Ear augmentation will require synthetic or autologous implants. When a synthetic implant is used, it is covered with a skin graft. The autologous method involves using the patient’s own cartilage, taken from the ribs, which will eventually fuse with the ear. This method is less likely to result in rejection.
Ear augmentation is used to treat microtia, a defect present from birth in which the patient has an abnormally small or malformed ear. This condition can vary in severity.
Ear augmentation is also used to treat a condition called constricted ear, otherwise known as a cupped or lop ear, in which the top rim of the ear is folded over. This condition is caused by a shortage of skin, cartilage or sometimes both.
Ear augmentation surgery is typically carried out on children. The method used depends on the age of the child. Book a consultation with one of our expert surgeons to discuss the available options.