This section of the forum is dedicated to discussions on cosmetic and reconstructive otoplasty, or ear reshaping, for lop ear deformities, cup ear deformities, and other external ear shape disorders.
Hi, I heard about prominent ears and my friends daughter has just undergone otoplasty surgery. Is this prominent ear inheritable? any way to prevent it? thanks
it is inheritable to a large extent. the coolest thing i saw to "prevent" this is in babies just born, they put a mold on the ear and keep it for i don't know how long and the ear grows out normally!
Samuel M. Lam, M.D., F.A.C.S.
Diplomate, American Board of Facial Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery
Diplomate, American Board of Otolaryngology Head & Neck Surgery
Diplomate, American Board of Hair Restoration Surgery