Ear Repair (Otoplasty) St. Louis

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St. Louis Dermatology & Cosmetic Surgery

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Bruce Hubbard

Kaitlin and Dr Swofford took great care of me during my procedure. I was in and out in 30 minutes. Everyone in the office is friendly and professional. Thank you so much.

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Les Lonsberry

Not a long wait and very professional

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Ronald Reeds

My experience is 5 star all the way. It good to see the professional expertise in my visit.

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Katie Stahlschmidt

I love this dermatologist. They are super friendly and work fast to get you in. Great experience

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jim higgs

Very prompt scheduling. The staff were super friendly and professional.

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Dan Oberle

Great staff. Professional and efficient.

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mike francisco

Staff was pleasant, professional and prepared.Jennifer S. & her aide were amazing.

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Katie Suddarth

Great service and staff!

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Kathy Voss

We moved to Lincoln County a year ago and I was searching for new doctors, including a dermatologist. Dr. Beal’s credentials drew me to St. Louis Dermatology.. It is the best decision I made. Dr. Beal, Jennifer(PA), the nurses and all the staff (including billing) are amazing, professional, kind, friendly and a caring team. I was blessed by each person that cared for me during my office visits, surgeries and beyond. I highly recommend them for your dermatological care.

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Corey

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What is Otoplasty?

The ear is a complex structure of skin, cartilage, and muscles. People can be born with deformities of the ear. Deformities can also develop after piercing, injury, or surgery.

Otoplasty is a surgery performed to restore form and function to the ear. It is performed under local anesthesia to correct deformities, minimize defects, and reduce scars. Ear reconstruction and reshaping are commonly performed to correct defects caused by removing skin cancers, stretching due to earrings, or earlobe rips.

What are the benefits of ear reshaping or repair (otoplasty)?

The earlobe is small, yet it can greatly impact your appearance. A misshapen or deformed earlobe can cause some people to feel self-conscious about their appearance. Otoplasty can help re-create the outer ear’s natural shape, bringing balance and proportion to the face.

Before and after:

What can you expect?

Before any procedure, you will consult with our facial plastic and reconstructive surgeons. The surgeon will listen to you, perform a thorough evaluation, and provide an individualized treatment plan to address your needs and concerns.

The surgery is performed in the clinic under local anesthesia. After the surgery, you may have bandages on your ears. If there are bandages, your doctor will tell you how long to keep the bandages on. If there are no bandages, you should clean and apply Vaseline to the surgery area (earlobe) daily.

All procedures carry some risk. However, complications from ear reshaping are less likely when performed by trained facial plastic and reconstructive surgeons. The most common complications include possible infection, bruising, and changes in sensation. While your surgeon will do all they can to ensure your ears are symmetrical and natural looking, this is not always possible in all cases.

Choose St. Louis Dermatology & Cosmetic Surgery

We can help you restore form and function to your ear. Our facial plastic and reconstructive surgeons deliver remarkable outcomes and patient experiences through quality care, compassion, and innovation. We are a team that cares deeply about our neighbors and is a positive resource to the community.