Otoplasty, also known as ear surgery, is a cosmetic procedure that aims to improve the appearance of the ears by reshaping, resizing, or repositioning them. The surgery can correct a variety of issues, such as overly large ears, ears that stick out too far, or ears that are misshapen due to injury or birth defects.

The surgery is usually performed on children between the ages of 4 and 14, but can also be done on adults. The procedure can be done under local or general anesthesia, and typically involves making incisions behind the ears to reshape the cartilage and reposition the ears closer to the head.

Recovery time varies depending on the extent of the surgery, but patients can expect to return to normal activities within a week or two. Bruising and swelling may persist for a few weeks, but the final results will be visible immediately after the surgery. Otoplasty can boost self-esteem, and self-confidence, especially in children and teenagers who may have been teased or bullied due to their ears.