With the rise in increasingly helpful surgical cosmetic procedures, you do not have to live with any abnormal or undesirable facial or body shape. If you have ears that stick out too far or they have an unusual shape, you may be the perfect candidate for otoplasty or ear pinning in Tampa, FL. Otoplasty helps create ears with normal shape and folds, and normal protrusion from the sides of your head. Dr. Soler provides ear surgery for patients throughout southwest Florida, which includes St. Petersburg and Clearwater. Patients come to Dr. Soler because of his extensive experience and knowledge of ear surgery.
How is otoplasty performed in Tampa?
Dr. Soler performs otoplasty under general anesthesia on an outpatient basis. Your ears will remain bandaged with a head band for a number of days. Any initial discomfort after surgery can be minimized with oral pain medication. This procedure can be performed from the age of five or six. Ears gain their normal appearance within 10 – 20 days after the ear surgery in Tampa. You may have to wear a head band for protection for two to three weeks. Any kind of contact sport must be avoided for about 30 days post surgery.
Does insurance pay for my ear surgery?
Otoplasty is considered a cosmetic procedure and is not covered by insurance. Any related risks or suitability needs to be determined at the time of consultation in our Tampa office. Even though all surgical procedures have a slight degree of risk, major complications are rare in ear reshaping surgery. Any minor complications that may arise do not hamper the end result of your surgery. If you are interested in scheduling an otoplasty consultation with board certified surgeon Dr. Pedro Soler, give our office a call today. Our office is conveniently located in Tampa and is just 22 miles south of Wesley Chapel and 22 miles southeast of Palm Harbor and Clear Water, FL.
Discreet cosmetic surgery travel
If you plan on traveling to Tampa from more than 50 miles away, we recommend you plan to stay for a few days. The chart below shows how long Dr. Soler recommends you stay based on your procedure. This chart is for both car and air travelers. At your consultation, Dr. Soler can give you a better idea of exactly how many days you would need to plan for post-operative recovery. If you need additional planning assistance, please contact our helpful office or visit our travel page.
Schedule your otoplasty consultation today
If you are concerned with the shape, position or proportion of your ears, contact us today to schedule a consultation with Dr. Soler. We are conveniently located in Tampa, FL and serve patients in the surrounding areas of Clearwater and St. Petersburg. We have treatment options tailored to your goals and expectations. Our mission is to provide you total satisfaction, and we work very hard to achieve this.