Is Ear Surgery Painful?

All our ear surgery patients can rest assured that they will be made comfortable at every step of the way. This begins by administering anesthesia to minimize pain and discomfort. Dr. Ogilvie will discuss the types of anesthesia we offer, which include local anesthesia (which numbs only part of your body) or general anesthesia, which renders you unconscious. After your discussion, Dr. Ogilvie will be able to determine which one is right for you. Some patients opt for the latter if they are nervous about being awake during surgery, which we will discuss during your consultation. Following the surgery, you may experience some typical mild to moderate symptoms during recovery. Dr. Ogilvie will give you suitable information regarding pain management and home remedies that can temporarily relieve you of pain, such as a cold compress applied gently around the incisions.

How Many Appointments Will I Need?

Aside from your initial consultation and subsequent preoperative appointment, ear surgery will require follow-up appointments at our practice in Chicago one week, one month, and four months after surgery for Dr. Ogilvie to assess your recovery process. All follow-up appointments are extremely important for your progress and recovery. This is also your opportunity to communicate how you are feeling and express any concerns you may have.

How Long Until I See Results?

The timeline for seeing results after otoplasty varies from patient to patient. While some improvement will be noticeable immediately after the procedure, full results typically emerge as swelling subsides and the ears heal completely. This process can take several weeks.

Can I Combine Ear Surgery With Other Procedures?

Of course! Combining ear surgery with other cosmetic procedures can double or even triple your results. Depending on your individual goals and needs, procedures such as facelift or brow lift treatments complement your ears to achieve overall facial harmony and balance. Please discuss your plan in a consultation so we can offer expert advice.

What Are the Risks Associated With Ear Surgery?

Ear surgery, as with any plastic surgical procedure, carries potential risks and complications, although they are rare. Some of the risks may include: Infection Bleeding Poor wound healing Changes in sensation Unsatisfactory results While most of the surgery’s side effects will heal on their own, if you have any long-lasting or concerning reactions during your recovery, please contact us immediately.

Chicago, Il

Ear Surgery (Otoplasty)

Name: Ogilvie Plastic Surgery
Brand: Ogilvie Plastic Surgery
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Introduction to Ear Surgery (Otoplasty)

Kids can be mean when it comes to prominent ears, so hearing jokes being made about your physical attributes in your formative years can be detrimental. While we cannot choose our genetics, we can adjust our appearance, especially when we know it can improve our self-esteem and self-worth. If you’re suffering from prominent ears and are looking for a change, meet with Dr. Michael Ogilvie in Chicago, IL, and discuss your candidacy for ear surgery.

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What is Ear Surgery?

Ear surgery (medically referred to as Otoplasty or “ear pinning”) is a cosmetic surgical procedure designed to improve the appearance of the ears by correcting multiple aesthetic concerns. It can correct size, shape, and projection. The primary goal of cosmetic ear surgery is to harmonize the proportions of the ears with the face and head.

Dr. Ogilvie can use precise surgical techniques to create a more balanced and harmonious appearance that enhances facial symmetry and boosts self-confidence.

What Are the Benefits of Ear Surgery?

Our Chicago ear surgery patients have cited the following benefits they’ve experienced:

Improved ear proportions
Enhanced facial harmony
Boost in Self-confidence
Correction of congenital deformities
Correction of traumatic injuries
Customized results
Long-lasting results

Who Are the Best Candidates For Ear Surgery?

The best candidates for a Chicago ear surgery have the following characteristics:

Healthy individuals
Individuals with no major medical conditions that could impair healing
Individuals with a positive outlook
Individuals with realistic goals in mind
Nonsmokers
Have protruding or asymmetrical ears that cause self-consciousness or dissatisfaction with appearance
Ear development is complete, which typically occurs around age seven
Positive outlook and specific goals for otoplasty

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Get Started!

What’s the First Step?

If you are seriously considering Ear Surgery in Chicago, the first step is to book a consultation with Dr. Ogilvie. During this appointment, you will meet with Dr. Ogilvie, learn more about what ear surgery involves, and decide whether this procedure is right for you.

During the consultation, Dr. Ogilvie will evaluate the ear’s condition and recommend the most effective technique if you wish to move forward with the surgery. In that case, Dr. Ogilvie will create your procedure plan, and our patient coordinator will schedule your surgical date and provide you with instructions on how to prepare for the procedure. This will include specific guidelines on drinking, eating, smoking, and avoiding certain medications and vitamins.

What to Expect on the Day of Ear Surgery Surgery

On the day of your Ear Surgery, our friendly, inviting staff will prep you for the procedure and get you comfortable. Dr. Ogilvie will then walk you through his surgical process and the techniques he will use to address your particular concerns.

Once you are ready, the first step will be administering anesthesia to make you comfortable and minimize any pain.

Once the sedation takes effect, Dr. Ogilvie will begin making the incisions. Based on the type of correction you are looking for, the incision can be made on the back of your ear, or for protruding ears, he will use surgical techniques to create or increase the fold just inside the rim of the ear. This particular technique allows Dr. Ogilvie to reduce the size of your ear and hide the scarring in the natural fold.

Incisions may also be made on the front of the ear when deemed necessary to address your problems. Internal, non-removable sutures are used to create and secure the newly shaped cartilage in place.

The final step is to close the inc, which is done by external stitches. Dr. Ogilvie will not distort other structures and avoid an unnatural “pinned back” look. Bandages and gauze will be applied around your face to keep the sutures in place and prevent impact on the wound site.

Ear Surgery Recovery

After your ear surgery, our post-op team will equip you with a comprehensive list of do’s and don’ts that you will take home with you. This list will help guide you through the recovery period, which will include keeping the bandages in place until Dr. Ogilvie says it is safe to remove them. Once he removes your bandages, your ears will likely be swollen and red, and you may be required to utilize a headband that will keep your ears in place and prevent any damage from rolling over in bed accidentally.

Although it will be tempting to do so, you must avoid itching under the bandage. This will help prevent any reopening of your incisions, as additional corrective surgery is required.

It is typical to experience mild pain, swelling, sor,eness or headaches after ear surgery. Dr. Ogilvie will give you advice on pain medication and other methods or remedies that can help alleviate discomfort during recovery.

Sleeping can be a concern for ear surgery patients, so we advise sleeping on your back to prevent rolling onto your ears, which will be extremely painful after surgery. Choose clothing that is loose-fitting around the neck or button-down shirts wherever possible so that you don’t bump the ears or wound in any way.

Ear Surgery (Otoplasty) Cost

How Much Does Ear Surgery Cost in Chicago, IL?

The cost of Ear Surgery in Chicago will depend on the extent of your surgery, among other factors. During your consultation, Dr. Ogilvie will determine your candidacy for ear surgery and create a custom treatment plan to address your issues. From there, our patient coordinator will contact you to help you schedule an appointment and let you know the price for your ear surgery procedure.

Why Choose Dr. Ogilvie?

Michael P. Ogilvie, M.D., M.B.A., is a plastic and reconstructive surgeon who is double board certified by the American Board of Surgery (ABS) and the American Board of Plastic Surgery (ABPS). As a native Chicagoan, he was born and raised in Hyde Park and is proud to serve the community he loves. Dr. Ogilvie prides himself on providing his patients with the highest levels of care founded on surgical expertise and artistic vision to give the most natural results possible.

With his highly personalized approach and meticulous attention to detail, Dr. Ogilvie should be your choice for your rhinoplasty in Chicago because he strives to fully understand his patients’ goals to provide realistic expectations and expert care. He fully complements cosmetic and reconstructive surgical procedures to meet every patient’s individualized needs. Dr. Ogilvie’s dedication throughout his career allows him to provide the absolute best results possible with understanding, kindness, and compassion. He is an affiliate of the American Board of Surgery (ABS), the American Board of Plastic Surgery (ABPS), the National Board of Medical Examiners (NBME), the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS), the American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS) and the Illinois Society of Plastic Surgeons (ISPS).

Ear Surgery (Otoplasty) FAQ’S

All our ear surgery patients can rest assured that they will be made comfortable at every step of the way. This begins by administering anesthesia to minimize pain and discomfort. Dr. Ogilvie will discuss the types of anesthesia we offer, which include local anesthesia (which numbs only part of your body) or general anesthesia, which renders you unconscious. After your discussion, Dr. Ogilvie will be able to determine which one is right for you. Some patients opt for the latter if they are nervous about being awake during surgery, which we will discuss during your consultation.

Following the surgery, you may experience some typical mild to moderate symptoms during recovery. Dr. Ogilvie will give you suitable information regarding pain management and home remedies that can temporarily relieve you of pain, such as a cold compress applied gently around the incisions.
Aside from your initial consultation and subsequent preoperative appointment, ear surgery will require follow-up appointments at our practice in Chicago one week, one month, and four months after surgery for Dr. Ogilvie to assess your recovery process. All follow-up appointments are extremely important for your progress and recovery. This is also your opportunity to communicate how you are feeling and express any concerns you may have.
Ear surgery, as with any plastic surgical procedure, carries potential risks and complications, although they are rare. Some of the risks may include:
- Infection
- Bleeding
- Poor wound healing
- Changes in sensation
- Unsatisfactory results
While most of the surgery’s side effects will heal on their own, if you have any long-lasting or concerning reactions during your recovery, please contact us immediately.

Schedule Your Consultation

There’s no reason you or your child should have to continue through life with prominent or sagging ears. If you or a loved one is interested in ear surgery in Chicago, IL, please don’t hesitate to contact Ogilvie Plastic Surgery. You can request a consultation through our website or call us directly, and a member of our team will be more than happy to get you a consultation with Dr. Michael Ogilvie.

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