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Ethnic Rhinoplasty is the art of making a natural looking nose that has characteristics related to the race (European, African, Middle Eastern, Latin American, Asian and Hispanic) to which people belong. With various surgical techniques, the cosmetic shape desired by the patient is performed by correcting the deformities in the nose. As a matter of fact, since rhinoplasty is a personal procedure, each rhinoplasty is planned according to the specific facial features and general nose structure of the patient. However, the different ethnic structures of individuals highlight certain characteristic nose types. Considering the nose structure of Asians, it can be said that the nose structure is generally smaller and humpless compare to other ethnic noses. Depending on this situation, the scope of the rhinoplasty operation will vary.

Common Nose Characteristics by Ethnicity and the Applied Method

Common features are seen in nose types originating from different ethnicities. Surgical techniques for noses with this feature also differ. Ethnic rhinoplasty is significantly different from conventional rhinoplasty for people of Caucasian descent. Nasal structure that requires cartilage and bone removal is seen in Caucasians, but ethnic rhinoplasty is performed in people of African-American origin or Asians, with nose augmentation and cartilage addition method. Most importantly, ethnic rhinoplasty aims to help patients improve their facial appearance without losing their unique facial features.

Common Nose Characteristics and Generally Applied Method

Nose Augmentation: Augmentation is common in all ethnicities. Subtle changes are made to the angles and the definition of certain areas to balance the proportionality of the nose. It is mostly done by rearranging the cartilage. In some cases, cartilage (graft) may need to be taken from the rib due to cartilage deficiency. Examples;

• Creating clearer or softer lines where the nostrils meet the bridge of the nose to create the illusion of a narrower tip.
• Pointing the tip of the nose up (rotation) or down (rotation) to increase or shorten its distance from the lip. This changes how close the nose appears to the face and can offset a prominent bridge.

Revision rhinoplasty: Some patients may benefit from revision surgery to correct previous unsuccessful surgeries. Revisional ethnic rhinoplasty requires expertise. Any surgery can result in scar tissue, which increases the complexity of rhinoplasty approximately tenfold.

Nose Reduction: Reducing the physical size of the nose by removing cartilage and bone from the infrastructure. The goal is to bring the previously protruding features closer to the rest of the face. This is more common in Middle Eastern patients.

Projection: Increasing the physical size of the nose by grafting cartilage from the patient’s septum and/or ribs to the underlying structure in the flatter areas of the nose. Projection allows these areas of the nose to stick further from the face, resulting in a narrower, more elegant and more balanced look. This is more common in African-American, Asian, Pacific Islander, Native American, and Hispanic patients.

Ethnic Rhinoplasty Types

European Rhinoplasty

From generation to generation, Europeans have facial phenotypes and nasal characteristics belonging to their ethno-cultural, hybrid and geographical features. While the nose structure of European origin varies, they mostly have thin skin, an upturned nose tip, a thin and prominent nose structure.

The most popular requests from European rhinoplasty patients are:

• Reducing the size of the nose – Some patients want the facial features to be more prominent by reducing the size of the nose.
• Improve the bridge of the nose – Some patients may want a flatter profile, while others may want a more curved nose structure.
• Obtaining a natural appearance– It is important to preserve the nose features of European origin after rhinoplasty.
• Achieving a celebrity look – Some patients want to have the nose of an artist they love, and request a famous look without losing the naturalness of the nose structure.
• Breathing problem – The person who will have a nose surgery after the operation wants to get a natural appearance, as well as to eliminate the breathing problem by repairing the structural problems in the nose.

Middle East Rhinoplasty

While the nose structure varies in most Arab countries, the nose structure is similar in most people of Middle Eastern ethnicity. Middle Eastern individuals have thicker skin. The tip of the nose is drooping, wide and less prominent. There is usually a hump on the bridge of the nose. The base of the nose may be wide. In addition to the thickness of the skin, the cartilage of many female and male patients with middle eastern nose structure is relatively weak. Every effort is made to strengthen the cartilage.

Some of the most popular goals for Middle Eastern rhinoplasty patients include:

• Improving the bridge of the nose – Some people want to maintain the straight profile commonly associated with the Middle Eastern nose, while others want to achieve a more curved or “scooped” nose dorsum commonly associated with Northern and Western European noses.
• Fixing a droopy nose tip – Many patients want to raise the position of the tip of the nose to improve the angle of the nose.
• Stabilizing a hyperdynamic nasal tip – Some people try to prevent the tip of the nose from moving downward when smiling or talking.
• Reducing the size of the nose – Some patients simply want to reduce the size of their nose so it fits better with the rest of their facial features.
• Improving nasal breathing – A few people want to improve their nasal breathing ability by repairing a crooked septum and/or other structural issues.

African-American Rhinoplasty

African American rhinoplasty refers to nose surgery specifically designed to improve the appearance and/or function of the nose while respecting the typical characteristics of individuals of African descent. The African-American nose structure features thicker ethnic skin, a wider tip, a wider lower nasal bridge, and enlarged nostrils.

Some of the most common goals and aesthetic preferences among black rhinoplasty patients are:

• Adjusting the bridge of the nose – Some people want to narrow the bridge of the nose to achieve better nose-face balance.
• Nose elevation – Many patients want to raise the bridge of the nose to add height to a “flattened” nose.
• Correction of the tip of the nose – Few people want to improve the definition of the tip of the nose for better projection.
• Narrowing the nostrils – Some patients try to reduce the base and width of the nostrils to reduce a “bright” appearance.
• Resolving nasal breathing problems – Some individuals seek to correct a deviated septum and/or other structural problems to improve nasal breathing.

Hispanic Rhinoplasty

Hispanic rhinoplasty; It is a term that encompasses nose surgery for individuals of many different Hispanic and Latino descent, including people from or with ancestry from Spain, Mexico, Central America, South America, and various Caribbean island nations. Many Latin patients complain of the flatness or arch of the nasal dorsum, and this type of nasal dorsum causes the nose to appear much wider than it is. In Latin patients, the nostrils and nasal tip may be wide, and the nasal skin may be thick. Recession of the nasal wings is very common in people with a typical Latino nose.

While the exact reasons for continuing treatment are entirely unique to each person, some of the most common cosmetic and functional aspirations shared by most Latino/Spanish rhinoplasty patients include:

• Narrowing various parts of the nose – Some people want to reduce the width and size of the nose tips, nostrils, and bridge of the nose to more harmoniously fit their other features and overall facial aesthetics.
• Dorsal hump reduction – A few patients attempt to straighten their dorsal hump to achieve a straight nasal bridge or a curved nasal bridge.
• Defining the tip of the nose – Many people desire to improve the definition and contour of the nose tip for improved projection and/or a more proportional appearance.
• Improved nasal breathing – Some patients wish to correct a crooked septum, weakened nostrils, and/or other structural nasal problems to improve their nasal breathing ability.

Asian Rhinoplasty

Asian rhinoplasty is a term that encompasses nose surgery for individuals who wish to improve the appearance and/or function of the nose while respecting the unique characteristics of individuals from or native to China, Japan, South Korea, and various other Asian countries.

Some general cosmetic and functional preferences shared by many patients seeking Asian rhinoplasty include:

• A high and/or narrowed nose bridge – Several men and women prefer raising and/or narrowing the bridge of the nose to give height and definition to a “flattened” nose as well as improve nasal-facial balance.
• A more defined nose – Some people aim to widen and/or lengthen their nose to make it more proportional to the general shape of their face.
• A refined nose tip – Many people want to improve the definition of the nose tip to improve the projection of the nose.
• Narrower nostrils – Some patients want to reduce the width and base of their nostrils to reduce the appearance of “flare”.
• Improved nasal breathing – Some people try to repair a crooked septum and/or other structural problems to breathe better through the nose

Ethnic Rhinoplasty Surgery Technique

As mentioned earlier, different races have certain characteristic nose and facial structures. In ethnic rhinoplasty, genetic characteristics are taken into consideration and the ethnic characteristics of the person are tried to be preserved as much as possible. The aim is to reshape the patient’s nose and repair any structural defects. What is important in ethnic rhinoplasty is not the elimination of the characteristic features from the ethnic group to which the person belongs; is to make a person a beautiful member of the race to which he belongs. In ethnic rhinoplasty, as well as in all nose surgeries, a planning is made to take care of the natural rhinoplasty. Therefore, the golden ratio is observed when performing ethnic rhinoplasty. In other words, a road map is drawn by considering all the elements of the person’s face and patient wishes. Within the scope of ethnic rhinoplasty, cartilage reduction or augmentation practices are applied to a certain extent in line with the wishes of the patient. In this way, the nose is reshaped and modeled. Nasal lines can be made more prominent with cartilage grafts added according to the created surgery plan. The bridge of the nose can be enlarged with cartilage grafts, the nose can be elongated or the tip of the nose can be clarified. This includes the process of narrowing the base of the nose. At this point, the important thing is the surgery plan that the doctor creates by taking into account the results obtained after the examination and your demands.

The main techniques and technologies used in rhinoplasty operations are as follows;

• Closed Rhinoplasty
• Open Rhinoplasty
• Micromotor Technology Rhinoplasty
• Microrhinoplasty
• Piezo Ultrasonic Technology Rhinoplasty
• Dorsum Preservation Surgery

The rhinoplasty technique and technology used in ethnic rhinoplasty is also important. As TAS Aesthetic Surgery Center, we use closed technique rhinoplasty and micro-motor technology, which is superior to other techniques in ethnic nose surgeries. You can click on the link below for detailed information on the subject.

In the light of this information, the most typical concerns of ethnic rhinoplasty patients and the most appropriate method they want are shown below. Any plastic surgeon should also offer you options based on your unique characteristics and goals.

Factors Affecting Ethnic Rhinoplasty Prices and Attained Result

There is no clear information about ethnic rhinoplasty prices before the examination. As a matter of fact, the full price comes out as a result of the examination. The main reason for this is that there are many factors that affect ethnic rhinoplasty prices. Variables such as the success and experience of the aesthetic doctor in ethnic rhinoplasty, the hospital stay, and the number of days in the hospital can be counted among the factors in question. The ultimate goal in ethnic rhinoplasty; It is to shape the nose structure in accordance with the ethnic origin of the person and give it a natural appearance. But to give an idea to our readers, we can say ethnic rhinoplasty prices vary between 6.000 – 30.000 Euro.

You can access detailed information about the issues to be considered before and after rhinoplasty through the relevant links.

We have come to the end of our blog post about ethnic rhinoplasty. We have given you detailed information so that you do not have any doubts about the process. For your questions, you can contact us from the comment field below or WhatsApp.

After the surgery

After the surgery comes the resting period. Swellings and bruises can vary due to skin type. Buffers will be removed within 1 week. It is not a painful process. The patient can continue his/her social life. From now on a period in which the patient should be careful begins. This period lasts 2 months. Patients should preserve the nose from every impact.

Things to be careful

Like in every other surgery rhinoplasty has some points to be careful of.We can list them like:

-Quit smoking

-Take medication regularly

-Use ocean water

-Avoid impacts

-Avoid sunlight

Price

One of the most frequently asked questions is,’’ How much is humpy nose surgery?’’.Humpy nos surgery prices vary depending on many factors such as the structure of the nose, the success of the doctor in the field, the hospital where the surgery will be performed.

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Nose Rasping Surgery

In this part of our article, we will tell you the pros and cons of the humpy nose surgery.

The pros of nose rasping surgery can be listed as follows;

• Bruising and swelling do not occur because the crushing process is not performed.
• After the operation, the process can be passed quickly with simple painkillers and ocean water.
• Return to daily life in a much shorter time.
• Products such as splints are not used.
• Bleeding is generally not expected.

The cons of nose rasping surgery can be listed as follows;

• If the bone is removed too much, serious health problems can occur.
• Risk of infection may occur if not applied in the right hands.

After Humpy Nose Surgery

After the humpy nose surgery, the resting period begins. Swelling and bruises vary according to the skin quality of the person. Splints and tampons are removed after 1 week. Removing splints and tampons is not a painful or painful process. Afterwards, the person can continue his social life. The process begins, which should be paid attention and definitely not hit. This process is 2 months. For 2 months, the person should protect his nose against all kinds of impacts that may come from the outside. The nose aesthetic doctor will make the necessary guidance on the subject.

Things to Consider in Humpy Nose Surgery

As in every aesthetic operation, there are some points that need to be considered and emphasized for nasal arch rasping surgery. We can list the points to be considered in nose belt rasping surgery as follows;

• Smoking should be avoided.
• Attention should be paid to what needs to be considered after rhinoplasty. You can find detailed information in our article titled “Things to Consider After Nose Aesthetics”.
• You should regularly use the medications given after the humoy nose surgery.
• You should not neglect to use the provided ocean water.
• You should avoid getting any trauma.
• You should not be exposed to the sun.

Humpy Nose Surgery Cost

One of the most frequently asked questions by those who have an humpy nose structure and want to have a nose surgery is, “How much is a humpy nose surgery?” As a matter of fact, humpy nose surgery aesthetic prices vary depending on many factors such as the structure of the nose, the success of the doctor in the field, the hospital where the surgery will be performed. If you want to look at the details about the factors that determine the price of humpy nose surgery, you can click on the relevant link.

People have lots of noise types. One of the most common nose types is the long nose. A nose that is bigger than a face has a negative effect on the appearance of the face. In this context, we prepared a blog for the ones with big noses with the “How to get a smaller nose?’’ question. We hope to be helpful. Have a nice read.

Patients who want to have rhinoplasty mostly complain about droopy tip. One of the most asked questions is ‘’Why do I have a drippy nose?’’. Let’s review this topic together.

Thousands of patients from many countries of the world have experienced amazing transformation with us at a very affordable price to release the better version of themselves. Our patients wanted to address their deformities and to breath healthier. Our patients are asking why such incredible results with Dr. Suleyman TAS is so affordable. How come three-four times less and better results? Compare to Rhinoplasty in New York, in Beverly Hills and in London; way better result and way affordable…?

And our patients are expressing that they made the smartest decision to come and have surgery with Dr. TAS.

Freedom to release your better version the smart way!!

How can Dr. Suleyman TAS offer the best results so affordable?

Patented medical instruments, digitalization. customized service and optimized cost structure are helping us to offer the best results so affordable in-line with doing our best to meet your objectives and to power your beauty.

1. Touching Lives Beyond Cost

Our Aim is touching lives as much as we can. Thus we focused on the best result not the prize and we would like to make it reachable and affordable to make the dreams coming true. Dr. TAS and his high skilled team dedicated to the happiness of their patients. The only most important thing for us is the smile in your faces, that is the biggest prize for us.

2. Patented Medical Instruments

In Turkey, it is very important to offer the best service with high quality and with high-tech solutions to the patients.

Dr. Suleyman TAS has 5 patents and during the operations he uses those patented medical instruments which are produced locally which help us to offer the best price. And Dr. Suleyman TAS doesn’t break bones with hammer or chisel, instead of that he uses high-tech micromotor technology.

3. Digitalization

Digitalization is improving the safety, productivity and sustainability of our system. To give best-in-class patient service, we use in-house developed digitalization tools that help us to get back our patients faster and with a better cost.

Digitalization helps us to not underestimate the value of analytics which help us to make faster and better decisions.

4. Customized Service

Patients want their personal needs to be taken into account. Instead of “one size fits all”, we design customized service for each patient.

In other words, through customization, we do target relevant actions, thereby avoid waste. Our accommodation and transfer options to our patients without any commission while improving patient satisfaction is very good example to our customized service. All we do is your comfort and result.

Another good example is to have professional medical skin care treatments in our clinic and our patients can benefit with the latest and highest technology with a special price.

Optimizing Costs and Powering Beauty with High Quality.

5. Hospital Cost

The optimized cost item is reflected to pricing. And this structure is attained with a very high-quality standard. Dr. TAS is a world-know, famous surgeon and has a very huge experience with performing more than 10.000 aesthetic surgeries so far. Thus, all high qualified hospitals of Istanbul would like to make a special agreement with Dr. TAS to receive this service in their hospital for respect and business purposes. That is our another strong side why we can offer better prices for our patients.

The hospitals that we are working with have the certificate of the most authoritative organization that assesses the activities of medical clinics which is JCI accreditation. According to this indicator, Turkey is a leading country in the world. A JCI certificate means that the hospital uses both effective and safe treatment methods for the patient, offers well-organized work and provides comfortable conditions.

With our latest agreement with the hospitals, if a patient is having more than one surgery, then the patient will benefit with combined surgery cost. Since the patient is already getting anesthesia and there will be optimization in terms of cost.

6. Human Resource Cost

Turkey constitutes Europe’s third-largest labor pool with a labor force of 33 million people. Also, the labor force consists of the young population.
However, Dr. TAS doesn’t use hospital casual staffs for his surgeries. He created TAS Team consists of medical assistants, operating nurses, translators, anesthesiologists, medical photographer, servants… and specially educated them to be the best team ever. They know every single step of the service very well to maximize the quality. This costs more to Dr. TAS but worth it to give the best results for you.

If you want the best service with the best price, you have the freedom to make the smart decision.

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In the video please tell your complaints and expectations with below informations;
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6. Before Consultation , please send us your expectations with using a simulation program. During the call you may discuss about this work. If it is realistic expectation, we may continue for the next steps.

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Ear Surgery is one of the aesthetic surgery procedures that directly affect your facial beauty and golden ratios. For this reason, choosing the best plastic surgeon for ear surgery (otoplasty) is very important. In this article, we will talk about the tips and tricks for choosing the best plastic surgeon for ear surgery.

1. Utilized Technique in Ear Surgery

The first of the tricks of the plastic surgeon’s choice in ear surgery is the technique used by the doctor in ear surgery. You can come across many techniques while doing research for ear cosmetic surgery. This situation may cause confusion. First of all, you need to identify your existing complaints. You should know what disturbs you in your ears. Prominent ear syndrome? Big ear deformation? Ear lobe aesthetics? Or congenital ear anomaly? Having fully determined your complaint will help you in choosing a doctor.

Flap Technique ve Classic Technique in correction of the prominent ear

The most demanded cosmetic surgery procedure in ear aesthetics all over the world is the prominent ear. One of the methods used for the prominent ear is the classical prominent ear surgery method. In this method, the ear is stitched to the head with the holes opened on the ear and brought closer to the head. The biggest risk of the procedure is that the stitches are detached by the time and the ear gets its previous shape.

Nowadays, the most preferred technique is the awarded Flap Technique which was developed by Assoc. Prof. Dr. Suleyman TAS. In the Flap technique, the ear is brought closer to the head using modified flaps behind the ear. Dissolvable stitches are used during the process. After a while, the stitches are expected to dissolve and fall. Since the process doesn’t depend on the stitches, the ear will not be restored after the stitches dissolve. With the advancement of technology, the Flap technique is the most preferred method today and in the next period. In this sense, the doctor should be well educated.

Below  you may find publications by Dr. Suleyman TAS about Flap Technique;
Annals of Plastic Surgery Journal in 2014 and Aesthetic Surgery Journal in 2018.

2. Experience & Skills of the plastic surgeon

Another key point in choosing otoplasty surgeon is the experience of the doctor. He must have enough experience with the operations he performed in ear aesthetics.

The plastic surgeon you decide to have your ear surgery must also be talented. Even if he has all the technical knowledge, if he has no talent, the possibility of an unsuccessful result is very high. The doctor’s point of view towards art and his interest in art will always keep his existing talent alive.

3. Trust based relation and confidence in plastic surgeon

The most important point in choosing a doctor in ear surgery is the feeling of trust between you and your doctor. Your first meeting with your doctor is an important step towards building trust. During your detailed meeting, you should express clearly your complaints and expectations to your doctor. Your doctor will explain which method or technique is more suitable for you in a realistic manner. If you have a healthy feeling of trust between you and your doctor, surgery planning can be done by considering the surgical process, recovery process, hospital process, financial factors of the surgery and by discussing all the details.

In summary, cosmetic ear surgery requires dexterity, skill, art and care. Our advice to you is that the plastic surgeon you choose to do your surgery to be an expert in this field, confident in himself and gives confidence to you, concerned with you and have achieved success with previous operations. These are the factors you need to take into consideration to help you decide on the best plastic surgeon for your ear surgery.

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More Info About Prominent Ear Surgery

Ear Surgery (Otoplasty) is one of the most preferred surgeries among cosmetic interventions. Prominent (protruding) ear surgery can also be performed for children. Let’s take a look at how the ear surgery occur in children.

Protruding ear is an ear deformity that can be found in any age range. It is also known as bat ears or dumbo ears colloquially. 1 out of 5 children has a prominent ear deformity. It can be seen even in newborn babies. While this situation improves in some of the babies due to growth, in some of them continues until childhood and adulthood.

What To Do If Newborn Babies Have Prominent Ear Deformity?

Since ear development has not been completed in newborn babies, the ear may stick far from the head. This is normal. You should not panic. Because in newborns babies this situation can be corrected by the special measures. The most important of these measures is the use of a hat or bandana for the first 4 months after the baby is born. With the effect of the hat and bandana, the ears will complete their close development towards the head, without further opening. Therefore, this innate situation can be prevented. Some babies do not have protruding ears when they are born. However, put to bed on the ear, ear folds and similar situations can cause prominent ear deformation in the ear that was normal before.

After the use of a bandana or a hat for the first 4 months, the prominent ear deformation may still continue. Again, it is a situation that should not be worried. Parents can panic in such situations. It is useful to stay calm. Grow your baby with pleasure and health. Since she/he is little, she/he will not experience a situation that will force her/him, as she/he will not be aware of the situation. However, this situation should be corrected by a surgical intervention in preschool period. Otherwise, a psychologically challenging process will start when your child’s circle of friends realizes this situation. You may read more about the effects of the prominent ear on the child’s psychology here .

When Is The Best Time For Surgery In Children?

The development of the ear structure in humans is completed at the age of 6. Prominent ear surgery should be performed as early as possible since children start school at this age. As a matter of fact, the earlier prominent ear surgery is performed, the more psychological traumas caused by the prominent ear structure can be prevented during the child’s growth process. If your child has a prominent ear structure, but you do not consider having a prominent ear surgery as a parent, you may cause the problem to continue. Children who do not have a prominent ear surgery in their childhood are both psychologically adversely affected in the past period and seek ways to solve this problem during adolescence. Since children at adolescence start to pay much attention to their appearance.

Prominent Ear Negatively Affects Child Psychology

Prominent ear can cause problems even in adults. Especially with the start of school age and the increase of socialization of children with a prominent ear, the psychology of these children can be adversely affected. In this article, we will try to answer your questions such as ‘Is prominent ear a disease?’, ‘How is a prominent ear corrected?’, ‘What are the effects of the prominent ear on the child psychology?’

Is Prominent Ear A Disease?

This situation, which is called a prominent ear among the people, is a situation that results from a distance that is larger than normal between the head and ear. Many people can ask questions if the prominent is a disease. It is worth noting that this situation is only related to the aesthetic appearance and cannot be considered in any way in the disease category. However, the prominent ear appearance may adversely affect the psychology of adults and especially of children.

The Problem Can Begin At School Age

It is known that the prominent ear appearance is not liked aesthetically in most societies around the world. Therefore, children who have a prominent ear structure at school age, where the socialization speed of children increases, may have problems. As a matter of fact, other children can make fun of children who have a prominent ear, even if it is not for poisonous purposes. This situation can negatively affect children who are psychologically vulnerable. Such an approach of children to children with a prominent ear structure can affect their psychosocial health and cause conditions such as antisocial personality disorder. This situation can affect the socialization process of the child with a prominent ear structure, the formation of his personality, his concentration towards the school and his success in the lessons. Therefore, it is beneficial to prevent this situation before reaching school age.

What Is The Operation Process Like?

One of the important topic for patients who are considering having a prominent ear surgery, is the methods of prominent ear surgery. In this part of our article, we will try to give an overview of what the prominent ear surgery is and how the surgical process progresses.

In each prominent ear surgery, an operation method is selected according to the prominent ear structure. This decision is made by the plastic surgeon you choose for ear surgery. Many methods are used for prominent ear surgery. Removal of cartilage from the ear or pinning back with a thread, are the methods which are still in use today but less preferred. With these methods, it can be seen that the ears can restore the previous shape or cause various deformations.

In our clinic, we utilize the awarded Flap Technique (Modified Postauricular Fascial Flap) developed by Assoc. Prof. Dr. Suleyman TAS. During surgery, which is performed under general anesthesia for children under 12 years old, an incision is made from the back of the ear, and the flap is prepared in a modified way, so that the ear lies back and has a natural appearance. Absorbable sutures are used in this method, therefore there is no suture extrusion or sensitivity of the ear in the long term. This method is permanent.

When local anesthesia is applied, there is no need to stay overnight in the hospital. However, if general anesthesia is applied, we recommend that you certainly remain under observation in the hospital for 1 night after surgery.

During the operation, there is a dressing on the ears similar to a band. This bandage should remain for 3 days without taking it off, and for 2 weeks only at nights. After 3 days, these bandages are removed in the shower and social life can be continued. It is not a painful process. However, the process can be a bit difficult because children are a more sensitive than adults. However, this difficult process is limited to the first night after surgery. Anything is not felt afterwards.

As can be expected, temporary edema occurs at the operation site after the prominent ear surgery. Two weeks after the surgery, the swelling subsides and the ear starts to look normal. As a result, your child begins to feel safer and more socially confident and the psychological traumas that may arise from the ear structure are prevented.

For children; If parents want, the surgery can be planned after 6 years of age. And it can even be waited until the child grows up and makes his own decisions. He/she can be operated on his/her own decision.

You can find other details about the prominent ear surgery from the link. You may also contact TAŞ Aesthetic Surgery Center to book an appointment and get more information about prominent ear surgery.

Frequently Asked Questions About Prominent Ear Surgery

Ear Surgery Before After Pictures

Many people who have the prominent (protruding) ear problem are not aesthetically pleased with this situation and are seeking to solve this issue. During their research, they face many questions about the prominent ear surgery, the answers for which we will be providing in this article. Frequently asked questions about prominent ear surgery;

1. What does prominent ear mean?

The prominent (protruding) ear is an aesthetically disliked by many people situation, which is caused by the various reasons such as the angle between the ear and the head being larger than normal, the ear fold becomes flat or the big size of the top ear bowl (conchal bowl)

2. Is prominent ear genetic?

In most people with prominent ear problems, this condition is genetic. It occurs as a result of the genes coming from the mother and father which prevent or disrupt the development of the ear cartilage in the child. However, as a result of some situations such as traffic accident and trauma, the person may experience prominent ear problems.

3. Can taping help with the prominent ears correction?

The tapes cannot permanently change the structure of the prominent ear cartilage. However, in the case of a newborn and 3-month-old baby, bandages and molds used under the supervision of a doctor and in line with his recommendations can correct the prominent ear structure in infants.

4. At what age can the prominent ear surgery be performed?

Prominent ear surgery can be performed in individuals who have reached the age of 6. If your child has a prominent ear structure, having prominent ear surgery at an early age may be beneficial for your child’s psychology. Since, children can make such situations as a mockery. The psychology of children who are faced with this situation may be adversely affected.

5. How to get ready for the prominent ear surgery?

Before the prominent ear surgery, a number of examinations are performed for the patient under the control of the doctor. These include tests such as blood analysis, anesthesia control, physical examination, measurement and imaging. However, alcohol consumption should be stopped 2 weeks before prominent ear surgery, additionally smoking should be quitted at least 6 months before the surgery and never smoked after the surgery. Since smoking cigarettes negatively affects the healing process, and alcohol increases the risk of surgical bleeding.

6. How is prominent ear surgery performed?

Prominent ear surgeries can be performed under general anesthesia or local anesthesia. Assoc.Prof.Dr.Suleyman TAS utilizes the technique developed by himself called as “A New Way For Antihelixplasty In Prominent Ear Surgery: Modified Postauricular Fascial Flap” which was awarded on the competition organized by the Turkish Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery Association. Local anesthesia is used with this method, and general anesthesia for the children below 12 years old. After making a small incision behind the ear, the ear is leaned back with a modifed tissue called as a Flap. This way, potential problems such as stitch loosening or dehiscence that may occur later are prevented.

7. What are the advantages of the Flap Technique ?

There are many advantages of the Flap technique developed by Assoc.Prof.Dr.Suleyman TAS with the purpose of prominent ear correction. Since the absorbable sutures are used, the stitches behind the patient’s ear cannot be detached or loosened even 1-2 years after the surgery. Since the ear is leaned back as much as it is necessary, the gap behind the ear doesn’t disappear completely. Swelling and bruises do not occur after surgery due to the fact that no intervention is required in the frontal part of the ear, and due to the splinting which is performed in the inner part of the ear. Due to the application of this technique with local anesthesia and being performed behind the ear, there is no scar in the ear after the operation. Since this technique does not cause any trauma in the ear, those who are operated can continue their daily lives the next day. Moreover, those who were subjected to a prominent ear operation with this technique were called for control in the 1st month, 6th month, 12th month and 2 years. As a result of the controls, no negative change occurred in the ear of any patient.

8. How many hours does a prominent ear surgery last?

The duration of the prominent ear surgery lasts between 1-1.5 hours in average depending on the ear structure and the ear image it is expected to reach. Shortly after the operation, the patient can resume his/her daily activities.

9. How long does the pain last after prominent ear surgery?

Thanks to the anesthesia applied during the operation, pain is not felt for 10-12 hours after the ear surgery. However, the patient should use painkillers on the first day of the operation. Otherwise, may feel pain. However, in order to prevent possible pain, the patient should follow the doctor’s recommendations. These recommendations include suggestions such as not lying on the ear.

10. How is the process after prominent ear surgery?

The patient is discharged on the day of the surgery. During the period recommended by the doctor, water should not contact the operated ear / ears and the painkiller recommended by the doctor should be used. Bandages should be worn first 3 days without taking them off, and 2 weeks only at nights. Afterwards, it is not necessary to wear any band like tennis player band. However, situations such as lying on the operated ear that may cause trauma in the ear should be avoided. If the doctor’s recommendations are followed, the patient can return to his normal life the day after the operation.

11. Are there problems after prominent ear surgery?

In all techniques that can be used for prominent ear surgery, certain problems may occur depending on the structure of the methods. These postoperative problems are basically divided into two as early period and late period. Problems that may arise in the early period include bleeding, blood collection, skin death, wound opening, infection. Problems that may arise in the late period include pain and tenderness when the ear is touched, distortion in the shape of the ear, scars left after the surgery, and stitches coming out after the prominent ear surgery.

The above potential problems, which may vary depending on the surgical technique used, are not seen in all patients. However, thanks to the awarded Flap Technique developed by Assoc. Prof. Dr. Suleyman TAS, a solution to the problems that can be seen in other methods was found. With this technique, which is increasingly used all over the world, the problems we have mentioned above do not occur in any period of the operations we have performed until today.

12. When the stitches are removed in prominent ear surgery?

The stitches are removed within the first 7-10 days after the operation, whereas the patient can resume his daily activities on the next day of the surgery.

13. How much is the price of prominent ear surgery in Turkey?

Prominent ear surgery price varies depending on many factors. These factors include variables such as your doctor’s professional success, the hospital where you will be operated, the type of the protruding ear, and age. To get more information about the price and book an appointment you may contact us via whatsapp number +90 543 456 36 93.