Procedures

Otoplasty (ear reshaping)

from 266 reviews16 clinics
Reshapes or repositions the ear cartilage through an incision behind the ear, with sutures and a head bandage afterwards. The NHS states the operation takes 1 to 2 hours and that bandages and stitches come off between days 5 and 10.
2 reviews written in English by patientsSurgicalLocal28 before/after photos
Rating
9.76/ 10
from 266 reviews
Satisfaction
98.9%
from 266 reviews
Downtime
7–14days
Full recovery 6–8 wks
Flight safe
7days after

FX as of 2026-08-06 · VAT refund for foreign patients ended in January 2026

How long is the downtime for Otoplasty (ear reshaping)?

7–14 days. Full recovery 6–8 wks · Flight safe 7 days

Reported risks include cartilage inflammation, haematoma, asymmetry and recurrence of protrusion, and a small scar remains behind each ear.
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Clinics offering Otoplasty (ear reshaping)

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Last updated 2026-08-06