Dr. Paul Denton with a patient that is having otopalsty surgery at Refine Cosmetic Surgery in Vancouver, BC

Otoplasty

Cosmetic Ear Surgery in Vancouver, BC

Otoplasty, also known as ear pinning or ear reshaping surgery, is a cosmetic procedure that corrects protruding, asymmetrical, or misshapen ears. It’s commonly performed on individuals who feel their ears stick out too far from the head, are uneven, or were affected by congenital irregularities or injury. The goal is to create a more balanced appearance while preserving the natural contours of the ear.

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01. The First Step

Otoplasty reshapes or repositions prominent ears, bringing them into more natural proportion with the head. Ear prominence is usually caused by underdeveloped folds in the ear's cartilage or an overly deep conchal bowl, structural features that surgery can correct directly.

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Dr. Denton examines the cartilage structure of each ear, as the two often differ, and explains how the shape will be refined. The goal is ears that look completely unremarkable — symmetric, naturally folded, and in proportion — so that attention returns to the face.

02. Procedure at a Glance

Otoplasty is performed through an incision hidden behind the ear, where it remains invisible in everyday life. Through this incision, Dr. Denton reshapes the cartilage using precise sculpting and suturing techniques, recreating natural folds and setting the ear at the proper angle.

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The procedure may be performed under local anaesthesia with sedation or general anaesthesia, and patients return home the same day with a protective dressing.

03. The Recovery

A headband or dressing protects the ears in the early phase of healing, particularly during sleep. Mild soreness and swelling are normal and settle within the first weeks. Most patients return to regular routines quickly, with contact sports and similar activities reintroduced later on Dr. Denton's guidance.

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The corrected shape is visible immediately and refines further as swelling resolves. Follow-up visits ensure both ears heal symmetrically.

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