Ear Surgery (Otoplasty) in Naples, FL

Ear surgery, or otoplasty, corrects oversized, protruding and/or abnormally shaped ears. Dr. Mark Prysi has many years of experience with ear surgery for children and adults, and would be happy to discuss the procedure in greater detail during a consultation at his Naples plastic surgery practice. Dr. Prysi is committed to providing quality patient care and delivering natural and beautiful results for all of his patients. Because of his devotion to excellence, he has been recognized as one of the “Best Plastic Surgeons in America” by the Consumer’s Research Council of America and voted “Best Plastic Surgeon in Southwest Florida” seven years in a row by a local newspaper.

“Amazing work, amazing service. Have nothing but great things to say about my experience with Dr. Prysi.”

“Dr. Prysi performed extensive work on me ten years ago. The results were remarkable and long-lasting to the extent that I did not even consider going to anyone else all these years later.”

“I am very pleased with the results of my surgery and with the follow-up services that Dr. Prysi has provided to me. Dr. Prysi is very up-to-date with his techniques and I felt that he went out of his way to explain to me what he would be doing and why. Also, he and his staff made me feel very comfortable in responding to any follow-up questions that I had. ”

“Dr. Prysi creates amazing results! He kept the changes natural - just as he said he would. I could not be more pleased.”

Candidates for Ear Surgery

If you are considering ear surgery for yourself or your child, it’s important to keep in mind that candidates for ear surgery should be in good physical and psychological health, with reasonable expectations and motivations for surgery. Dr. Prysi carefully evaluates his otoplasty candidates to ensure that they have realistic goals for surgery. If you are seeking the procedure as an adult, you should not smoke or have any chronic medical conditions which could impair your healing.

How is Otoplasty Performed?

Otoplasty is an outpatient procedure that typically takes several hours. First, anesthesia and sedation medications are administered to prevent you (or your child) from feeling anything during surgery. Dr. Prysi begins by making an incision, usually behind the ear in the natural crease of the skin. If he needs to make an incision in front of the ear, he will conceal it within the folds of the skin.

Through the incision, Dr. Prysi alters the shape, size or position of the ear according to the treatment plan. He may remove or reshape the cartilage, depending on what he feels will produce the best outcome. When he’s completed the surgical alterations, Dr. Prysi closes the incisions with sutures and places a gauze dressing or bandage, which should stay in place for several weeks as the ears heal.

Recovering from Ear Surgery

Ears will be swollen and bruised after surgery, but this will disappear with time. Dr. Prysi advises all otoplasty patients to keep their heads elevated as much as possible within the first few days after surgery and to avoid any heavy lifting, bending or straining until the ears have healed. He will check healing progress at several follow-up appointments at his Naples, FL office, and will advise when it is safe to return to work, school and a normal everyday routine.

Schedule an Otoplasty Consultation

Interested in learning more about otoplasty for you or your child? Contact award-winning surgeon Mark Prysi and his team at 239-643-3223 to schedule a personal consultation.

Frequently Asked Questions About Otoplasty

What can you not do after an otoplasty?

Following otoplasty surgery, you should take care to avoid rigorous activity and exercise. You can resume your regular exercise routine once your doctor says that it is OK.

How long does it take the ears to settle after otoplasty?

In general, most patients will have 6 weeks of downtime after otoplasty surgery. However, improvement will become noticeable after just about 2-3 weeks.

What do I need to know before getting otoplasty?

Before undergoing an otoplasty, it is important that you have a consultation with your surgeon to discuss your candidacy and what to expect after the procedure.

How long do you have to sleep on your back after otoplasty?

you should sleep with your head elevated in a recliner for at least the first week after surgery. You should then continue to sleep on your back for about 2 weeks.

Will people notice my otoplasty?

You may notice some changes right away since you are used to the shape of your head and ears, however, others may not notice unless you tell them.

Does otoplasty affect hearing?

Otoplasty changes the exterior shape of the ears and will not affect hearing.

Does otoplasty last forever?

Yes. Otoplasty is considered a permanent surgery.

Have questions?

Schedule a consultation to discuss any questions you may have and to learn more about the procedure you are interested in. Dr. Prysi can’t wait to meet with you!

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Artist. Surgeon. Innovator.

Mark F. Prysi, MD, FACS

Every facial surgery is a piece of art.

Dr. Mark Prysi is a nationally recognized, board-certified Plastic Surgeon, and expert in facelift procedures in Naples, FL. He is an internationally renowned expert in plastic surgery who has been consistently recognized as one of the “Best Plastic Surgeons in Southwest Florida” and one of the “Best Doctors in America.” He is the former Chief of Plastic surgery at Naples Day Surgery and past chairman of the Department of Plastic Surgery at Naples Community Hospital. Dr. Prysi’s innate surgical skills and artistic aesthetic judgment combined with over 25 years of experience makes all the difference.

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