Ear correction (Otoplasty)
The size and shape of our ears is genetically predetermined and can vary significantly between individuals, as well as between the two sides on any one individual. The normal size of the ear is about 1/3 of the face, and forms an angle of 23-30o with the scalp. Any situation where the ears appear to be particularly prominent or the shape seems to be out of the normal, can be the source of teasing and ridicule, leading to significant psychological morbidity.
Ear correction or otoplasty is a surgical procedure to set prominent ears back closer to the head or to reduce the size of large ears.