Ear Surgery for Men

An otoplasty gives patients who have prominent ears that are out of proportion the opportunity to create a new shape for the ear and reposition it. This procedure can be performed on children and teens; however, our plastic surgeons and Jewell Plastic Surgery strongly suggest that patients looking to correct prominent ears think about waiting until at least 10 years of age to ensure that ears have completely developed. Adults also benefit from otoplasty, because many people have waited to have this procedure. The otoplasty involves surgical incisions, and specific techniques to fold prominent ears as well as managing the prominence in the cup-shaped portion of the ear called the concha.

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Dr. Jewell and Dr. Najafian combine artistry and surgical expertise to create customized results tailored to each patient's unique needs.

Dr.  Alireza

Dr. Alireza "Reza" Najafian

Dr. Najafian is an exceptionally qualified plastic surgeon who completed a general surgery residency and a post-doctoral research fellowship at the prestigious Johns Hopkins School of Medicine.

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Dr. Mark Jewell

Dr. Mark Jewell

Dr. Jewell is a board-certified plastic surgeon who has decades of experience and is recognized internationally as one of plastic surgery's leading innovators and advocates for patient safety.

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Hillary Jewell, NP

Hillary Jewell, NP

A board-certified nurse practitioner and nurse injector, Hillary offers cosmetic injectables and other medical spa services delivered with expertise, passion, and fun.

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What can an otoplasty correct?

Each case of ear surgery is highly individual, as is the delicate and highly individual anatomy of the ear. Dr. Jewell or Dr. Alireza “Reza” Najafian will do an analysis of the ear axis and the position on the head, ear size and angle of protrusion in order to formulate a surgical plan to correct the disproportionate or deformed ear.

How will the surgery be performed?

An incision is placed in the crease behind the ear. Sutures are used to correct the shape of the ear and change the position of the ear relative to the head. Sometimes a piece of cartilage is removed. In patients who desire a reduction in the size of the ear, sometimes an incision is placed on the front of the ear, just inside the rim, where the incision will not be visible. Depending on the patient’s preference, the otoplasty can be performed under local anesthesia with sedation or under general anesthesia.

Will there be scarring?

Any incision results in a scar but the incisions are placed so that they will be inconspicuous and hopefully almost invisible.

Men considering a brow lift travel to our Eugene, OR, practice from Roseburg, Florence, Salem, and Bend to have Dr. Jewell or Dr. Najafian perform their procedures. Request a consultation online to meet with one of our surgeons, or call our office at (541) 683-3234 to schedule an appointment.

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