Otoplasty in Afyonkarahisar

What is prominent Ear Correction (Otoplasty)?

Prominent ears stick out from the head because a fold in the ear cartilage has not formed properly or because there is excess cartilage in the bowl of the ear. In otoplasty, an incision is made behind the ear and the cartilage is reshaped and held with permanent stitches. As ear cartilage is largely developed by the age of 5–6, the operation can be done in children before or around school age. In newborns, non-surgical ear moulding can be used.

How is prominent Ear Correction (Otoplasty) done?

1. Examination and measurement of the ears
2. General anaesthesia in children; usually local anaesthesia in adults
3. Incision behind the ear and reshaping of the cartilage
4. Head bandage dressing
5. A headband worn at night for several weeks, with follow-up visits

Who is prominent Ear Correction (Otoplasty) suitable for?

• Adults bothered by how far their ears stick out
• Children whose ear cartilage has matured, usually from 5–6 years old
• Ear shape problems not corrected by moulding in infancy

Aftercare: what to watch out for

• Keep the dressing dry for the first few days.
• Wear the protective headband, especially at night, for as long as your surgeon advises.
• Avoid contact sports for several weeks.
• Seek urgent review for severe or increasing pain on one side, which can signal a blood collection or infection.

Possible side effects and risks

• Pain and swelling
• A scar behind the ear
• Slight asymmetry between the ears
• Ears partly springing back over time
• Rarely, infection of the cartilage

Are there alternatives?

In the first weeks of life, ear moulding devices can correct shape without surgery. Some centres offer incisionless suture techniques; suitability depends on the stiffness and shape of the cartilage.

What affects the cost of otoplasty in Afyonkarahisar?

The cost of otoplasty depends on factors such as type of anaesthesia; one or both ears; hospital or day-surgery setting, and is set by the doctor after an examination. Under Turkish rules on the advertising of health services, prices are not published on our site; you can ask the doctor directly when you request an appointment.

• Type of anaesthesia
• One or both ears
• Hospital or day-surgery setting

Getting treatment in Turkey as a visitor

• Ask the doctor for a written treatment plan, timeline and total cost before you travel.
• Check whether the doctor or clinic staff speak English, or bring a translator for the consultation.
• Plan enough time for check-ups after the procedure before your return flight.
• Keep copies of your X-rays, reports and the materials used (for example the implant brand) for your dentist or doctor at home.
• In an emergency in Turkey, call 112 (free, 24/7). For poisoning, the National Poison Information Centre is 114.