Otoplasty is surgery to reposition the prominent ears to a more normal position, closer to the head, or to reduce the size of the large ears.
It is an intervention frequently requested by children and adolescents.
The incision is made behind the ear, thus leaving an almost invisible scar. From this incision the cartilage of the ear is remodeled, making it fold in the appropriate places and removing an ellipse of skin, which is sutured.