How Do I Prepare My Child for Otoplasty Surgery?

Some children have ears that are misshapen, misaligned, overly large, or of mismatched sizes. If you’ve decided to surgically correct the appearance of your child’s ears through pediatric otoplasty at Wellspring Pediatric Plastics, you may be wondering how to prepare your child for the upcoming surgery. After all, otoplasty is typically performed around age 5 or older, and many children of that age are completely…

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Tips to Make Recovery Easier After Otoplasty

Congratulations! Your child has just had an otoplasty to reshape their ears. This procedure is bound to boost self-esteem and help them feel more confident in their appearance. To ensure the ear surgery is successful, parents of patients must pay close attention to the surgical site while keeping your child relaxed. Use the following tips to make recovery easier and ensure the area heals quickly…

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3 Tips to Help Your Child Sleep Comfortably After Otoplasty

Cosmetic and structural defects of your child’s ears — such as shape, position, and size — can be improved or corrected with otoplasty, commonly called ear surgery. Otoplasty can also be a great option if your child has experienced an ear injury. At Wellspring Pediatric Plastics, we understand your desire to give your child the best head start in life, and we are dedicated to…

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Are There Any Age Restrictions for Undergoing Otoplasty?

If your child has a difference in ear shape or ear projection, you want to do everything you can to help them. The best way to fix these differences is through otoplasty, a surgery that reshapes the ears to a more normal size, shape and position. Fortunately, the doctors at Wellspring Pediatric Plastics specialize in this procedure and have performed it on hundreds of children….

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