{"id":602,"date":"2023-01-26T16:53:14","date_gmt":"2023-01-26T15:53:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.zumgoldenenschnitt.ch\/?page_id=602"},"modified":"2026-02-26T14:10:43","modified_gmt":"2026-02-26T13:10:43","slug":"korrektur-abstehender-ohren-ohranlegeplastik","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.zumgoldenenschnitt.ch\/en\/offer\/ears\/corrective-aperture-earplasty\/","title":{"rendered":"Correction of protruding ears | earplasty"},"content":{"rendered":"Protruding ears (\"sail ears\") are usually caused by a malformation of the cartilage. In most cases, the so-called anthelix fold is insufficiently developed or missing completely, so that the ears bend forward and stick out. Particularly in childhood, protruding ears can lead to teasing. But also in adolescence or adulthood, protruding ears can have a negative impact on self-confidence. This causes many parents to have their child's ears corrected before he or she starts school. After the age of 5, the growth of the auricle is complete and ear correction is possible from this age.
\nDuring the correction of protruding ears, technically also called earplasty, otoplasty or otopexy, the ear cartilage is reshaped and the ear is put on.
\nDr. L\u00fcdi offers the procedure in her Clinic for Plastic & Aesthetic Surgery in Basel for adults under local anesthesia or, if desired, in twilight sleep. For children, the operation is usually performed under a gentle general anesthetic.\n\t\t\t\t\"14\n\t\t\t\t\"correction\n\t

The consultation for correction of protruding ears<\/h2>\n

In an initial detailed consultation, Dr. L\u00fcdi will take the time to address your concerns, analyze the findings together with you and advise you on treatment options. Furthermore, Dr. L\u00fcdi will explain the surgical technique and the exact incision with the help of pictures and drawings and discuss the aftercare as well as possible risks and complications with you. It is very important to us that you are well informed about the procedure, that all open questions are answered and that your wishes are taken into account.<\/p>\n

On the day of surgery<\/h2>\n

On the day of surgery, Dr. L\u00fcdi will prepare a photo documentation before the operation. You will then be prepared for the upcoming operation and accompanied to the operating room.<\/p>\n

The operation - how to put on protruding ears?<\/h2>\n

The earplasty is performed by Dr. L\u00fcdi in the clinic's own operating room in Basel on an outpatient basis under local anesthesia (adults) or under a gentle general anesthesia (children). The incision is hidden behind the ear so that there are no visible scars. By selectively weakening the cartilage of the ear, the new anthelix fold is formed and stabilized by means of U-sutures. In certain pronounced cases, an auricular reduction by removing a piece of the cartilage is also necessary. At the end of the surgery, the incision is re-sutured with self-dissolving sutures and a head bandage is applied.<\/p>\n

Immediately after surgery<\/h2>\n

After the operation, you can recover from the procedure in our beautiful patient rooms with a view of the Rhine and will be looked after by our team. After another visit by Dr. L\u00fcdi, you can be picked up by an accompanying person and return home the same day.<\/p>\n

The aftercare<\/h2>\n