Otoplasty for prominent ears

Protruding ears may be a source of psychological distress in either sex and at any age. Most often the patient will be a child brought in by parents who have been prompted by their child's sensitivity to taunts from other children. These pediatric patients are highly motivated and cooperative. A truly gratifying psychological response to a well performed otoplasty is the rule. Adults who have appreciable auricular prominence and a healthy attitude about an image change are equally gratifying candidates.