Ear reconstruction is a cosmetic procedure which can allow a person to create natural looking ears. Whether the ears have been malformed due to birth injuries, an accident or other surgery, ear construction can help people feel more confident about their appearance. At the present time, however, there are no alternative uses for ear construction considered by the FDA.
How Ear Reconstruction Works
In many cases, ear construction is a process of building up the ear shape once more with artificial materials or with biological materials. Once the structure is in place, transplanted skin can cover this shape, helping to create a natural look and form. With ear construction, patients are able to change the size of the ears, the shape, the position and even the coloring. Some may also look to pinning the ears back if they seem to be too pronounced. This surgery can be done on those who are younger, as well as older patients.
With ear construction, patients can create a new look for their face. While this procedure is minimally invasive, there is a risk of complications. In addition, it can be difficult to create perfect symmetry between two ears, so patients need to be aware of this possibility.
