Ear Surgery
Improve prominent, uneven, or misshapen ears with otoplasty planned around your natural facial balance and overall appearance.
Ear Surgery at Weniger Plastic Surgery
Ear surgery, also called otoplasty, is used to improve ears that stick out, look uneven, or feel out of proportion with the rest of the face. The procedure can involve reshaping cartilage, adjusting ear position, or refining overall symmetry depending on your specific concern.
At Weniger Plastic Surgery, Dr. Weniger plans each procedure around your ear structure, facial proportions, and goals. Careful attention is given to how the ears relate to the rest of your facial features so the result looks balanced and natural. The goal is improvement without making the ears look overly pinned back or surgically altered.
What Ear Surgery Can Improve
Ear surgery can address a range of concerns, including prominent ears, uneven ears, irregular contours, oversized ears, and congenital ear differences. It can also be used to correct changes caused by injury or previous procedures.
Depending on your needs, treatment may include ear pinning, cartilage reshaping, size refinement, or structural correction. Each approach is selected based on your anatomy and the type of change needed.
The goal is not perfect ears. The goal is ears that look more balanced, less noticeable, and better aligned with your overall facial features.
Who Is a Good Candidate?
You may be a good candidate for ear surgery if the shape, size, or position of your ears bothers you or affects your confidence in daily life.
Both adults and children may be candidates, depending on the concern and stage of development. In children, surgery is often considered once the ears are fully developed. In adults, the procedure can be done at any time if the patient is healthy and has realistic expectations.
During your consultation, Dr. Weniger will evaluate your ear structure and help determine whether otoplasty is the right option based on your goals.
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Your Consultation and Surgical Plan
Your consultation starts with a detailed discussion about what you would like to improve. Dr. Weniger will evaluate your ear anatomy, cartilage structure, symmetry, and how your ears relate to your overall facial balance.
You will receive a clear explanation of your options, including the recommended surgical approach, expected recovery, and what level of improvement is realistic. This helps you make an informed decision before moving forward.
If surgery is appropriate, your plan will be customized to address your concerns while maintaining a natural appearance.
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How Ear Surgery Is Performed
Ear surgery typically involves reshaping, repositioning, or securing the cartilage to improve ear contour and placement. The exact technique depends on your anatomy and the type of correction needed.
Incisions are usually placed behind the ear, where they are less visible. Through these incisions, Dr. Weniger adjusts the cartilage and refines the ear shape and position.
The procedure is planned with attention to symmetry, proportion, and how the ears appear from all angles, not just from the front.
Recovery After Ear Surgery
Most patients return home the same day after surgery. Swelling, tightness, and mild discomfort are expected during the first week, but these symptoms are usually manageable with medication and proper care.
Many patients return to work or school within 5 to 7 days, depending on the extent of the procedure. You will receive detailed instructions for bandage care, sleeping position, activity limits, and protecting the ears during the healing process.
As swelling improves over the following weeks, the final shape and position of the ears become more defined.
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What Our Patients Say
Wow! From our first meeting, I knew Dr. Weniger was going to do an amazing job! He is very knowledgeable and knows exactly what to do to get the results you’re looking to achieve! To complement his service, he has an amazing team to back him! Thanks y’all for everything!
Nikki Petitt
Always a pleasure and I’m a very much repeat customer! I feel refreshed and beautiful every time I leave. Dr. Weniger does great work and, always offers great suggestions and takes his time. The staff and nurses are top notch and smiles, friendly faces abound!! Highly recommend!
Boy, I’ll tell ya’, Dr Weniger did some wonderful work on me! I look 15 years younger! NO REGRETS! He is so understanding and sweet… The entire staff was amazing…. I Highly recommend getting IT DONE by them! You will look and feel like a new person. My husband had his eyes done too! GO FOR IT!!!
Gina Andaloro
Combining Ear Surgery with Other Procedures
Ear surgery is often performed on its own, but in some cases it may be combined with other facial procedures when there is a clear benefit.
For example, some patients choose to combine otoplasty with rhinoplasty or other facial procedures to improve overall facial balance. This can help create a more cohesive result rather than addressing one area in isolation.
Dr. Weniger will explain whether a combined approach makes sense for your goals or whether ear surgery alone is the better option.
Why Choose Weniger Plastic Surgery for Ear Surgery?
Ear surgery requires precision and careful judgment. Small adjustments in ear position or shape can have a noticeable impact on overall facial balance.
Dr. Weniger brings more than 20 years of surgical experience to cosmetic and reconstructive procedures. His approach is careful, measured, and focused on achieving results that look natural from every angle.
Patients choose Weniger Plastic Surgery for personalized planning, clear communication, and a surgical experience built around safety, consistency, and trust.
