Surgery is most commonly recommended between the ages of 5 and 7, once the ear cartilage is sufficiently developed and stable. At this age the procedure is safe, well-tolerated, and the child is old enough to understand and cooperate with the process. Teenagers and adults can also undergo the procedure at any point in life with equally reliable, lasting, and satisfying results.

Incisions are carefully placed behind the ear, in the natural fold where they remain discreet and well hidden. Any marks that form during healing are generally not visible in normal social situations. Both ears can be corrected during the same session to ensure balanced and symmetrical results on both sides.

Yes, the results of otoplasty are long-lasting and stable. The repositioned ear cartilage holds its new shape reliably over time, and the improvement in ear position is visible almost immediately following the procedure. As initial swelling settles over the following weeks, the final refined result becomes fully apparent and remains consistent long term.

Most patients return to normal daily activities within a week of the procedure. A protective headband is worn for a short period during healing to support the ears in their new position. Discomfort during recovery is mild and managed comfortably with standard pain relief, and children can typically return to school within a week with simple precautions in place.