Otoplasty in Orlando, FL

Otoplasty in Orlando: Expert Ear Surgery at Hillcrest Plastic Surgery

If prominent or misshapen ears have affected your confidence for years, our otoplasty procedure at Hillcrest Plastic Surgery is designed to help you achieve your desired improvements. Dr. Kenrick Spence brings over 20 years of experience in ear surgery, including advanced training from the Shriners Institute in Texas, to deliver naturally balanced results that restore confidence.

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Common Ear Concerns We Address

Otoplasty can correct several aesthetic concerns, such as:

• Protruding ears that stick out from the head.
• Overly large ears (macrotia) that appear disproportionate.
• Misshapen ears, including conditions like cryptotia or Stahl's ear.
• Asymmetrical ears that differ in size or position.
• Traumatic ear deformities from injury or previous surgery.

Your Otoplasty Procedure

We perform ear surgery as an outpatient procedure, often using only local anesthesia for adult patients. Dr. Spence strategically places incisions behind the ears or within natural creases where they will be less visible. The procedure typically involves:

1. Reshaping or removing excess cartilage.
2. Repositioning the ears closer to the head.
3. Creating or enhancing natural ear folds.
4. Ensuring symmetry and proportion.

Most patients return to regular activities within five to seven days, with final results visible once swelling subsides after about six weeks.

Advanced Ear Surgery Techniques

We offer specialized corrections beyond standard ear pinning:

• Macrotia correction: Ear reduction through hidden incisions for naturally proportioned results
• Cryptotia treatment: Release of buried ear cartilage with minimal scarring
• Stahl's ear correction: Cartilage repositioning to correct pointed ear deformities
• Revision otoplasty: Correction of previous unsatisfactory results, including “telephone ear” deformity
• Trauma reconstruction: Restoration of the ear structure following injury using cartilage grafting techniques

What to Expect: Results and Recovery

You will see immediate improvement in ear position, though swelling will initially obscure your final outcome. Dr. Spence provides detailed post-operative instructions, including proper headband wear for ear pinning procedures, to optimize healing and maintain your new ear position.

The surgery affects only external ear structures — your hearing remains completely unaffected. Most patients experience only mild discomfort, which is managed with oral medication, and vigorous activities can typically resume after one month.

Real Results From Orlando Patients

Our otoplasty patients consistently report successful outcomes. Many share that for the first time, they feel comfortable wearing their hair pulled back, participating in sports without headbands or simply feeling confident in social situations.

View our before-and-after gallery to see the natural, balanced results from Hillcrest Plastic Surgery.

Why Choose Hillcrest Plastic Surgery for Otoplasty in Orlando?

Dr. Spence's expertise in facial plastic surgery makes Hillcrest Plastic Surgery your trusted practice for otoplasty surgery in Orlando. Unlike surgeons who focus solely on the ears, he performs a comprehensive facial analysis, evaluating your facial bone structure, head shape and overall proportions, to ensure your results look completely natural and harmonious with your features.

His meticulous approach and commitment to patient outcomes have made him one of the most trusted names for ear surgery throughout Florida.

Schedule Your Otoplasty Consultation Near You

Dr. Spence offers comprehensive consultations where he will evaluate your concerns, explain your options and design a personalized treatment plan for you.

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Otoplasty Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Who is the best surgeon to perform otoplasty or ear pinning?

Ear pinning is best performed by a board certified plastic surgeon, who is extensively trained in surgery of the external ear. Dr. Spence underwent extensive training in surgery of the ear during his training at the Shriners Institute in Texas. He has transitioned this to his private practice now with a large successful practice in surgery of the ear.

Who needs otoplasty or ear pinning?

Abnormalities of the ear affect over 5% of the population, and are quite common, causing issues with self-esteem and appearance. Otoplasty or ear pinning is frequently performed on patients who believe their ears project too far from the side of the head these patients may have over development of the bowl of the ear or a poorly formed Y of the ear. Otoplasty must correct each portion of the deformity for a successful result.

What other kinds of ear surgery are performed at Hillcrest plastic surgery by Dr. Spence

In addition to the correction of abnormal development of the ear, correction of ear abnormalities due to burns, trauma and removal of skin cancer also takes place at Hillcrest Plastic surgery

What is it called when my ears are larger than normal?

Large ears can cause significant distress. This condition is called Macrotia.

Can Macrotia be corrected?

Yes, Macrotia can be corrected through an ear reduction procedure. This involves fine line scars, either hidden in the crease of the ear in front or behind the air. This can be performed under Local or general anesthesia with a relatively short recovery.

The top of my ear seems blunted, almost buried beneath the skin. What is this condition called?

This condition is called cryptotia where the top of the ear is adequately developed but is pulled close to the side of the head by very strong muscles appearing to be buried beneath the skin This is corrected surgically by releasing the pull of the muscles releasing the skin, tethering the top of the ear. All scars are hidden behind the ear.

An ear mold is worn for five days

What is a Stahl's ear?

Stahl's ear involves the abnormal development of Cartlidge with distortion of the Y of the ear. The top of the ear seems almost flattened with an extra piece of cartilage, running out to the rim. This is corrected through incisions at the back of the ear transplanting the abnormal bit of Cartilage to its normal location

What is closed otoplasty or minimal incision otoplasty?

Minimal incision otoplasty is used by Dr. Spence to correct less prominent problems of curvature of the ear. It involves making small incisions and passing sutures through the small incisions to correct ear projection. This procedure has less recovery time but it’s not applicable to all ear deformities.

I lost a portion of my ear to trauma. Can this be reconstructed?

Traumatic ear deformities can be corrected by reconstruction using borrowed Cartilage from the normal ear, without changing its shape, along with skin from behind the affected ear, to create the missing portion of the traumatized ear

I had my ears pinned back and the condition came back after six months?

The procedure can be repeated by a surgeon, skilled in ear surgery, correcting the spring of the cartilage and properly shaping the ear often produces a good long-term lasting result

Can I have revision otoplasty? I was told I have a telephone ear one year after my surgery?

Yes. Telephone ears can be corrected and stem from the overcorrection of the middle of the air. Leaving the top and bottom projecting. This may also occur from under correction of the top and bottom third of the ear. The procedure involves release of the middle, third of the ear and appropriate reshaping of the upper and lower thirds to give a lasting and aesthetically pleasing result.

How can I prepare for my journey with ear surgery?

Ear surgery is an art. The ear has many contours from Cartlidge's thin skin with very little fat. Ear surgery is very intolerant of bleeding so all blood thinners and supplements that can cause bleeding must be stopped prior to surgery, depending on the nature of the surgery, be prepared to wear a head wrap or air mold for 3 to 5 days after surgery and perhaps at night time for an additional two weeks. Any history of keloids family, history of keloids or thick scars, or problems with prior piercings must be reported to your surgeon.