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Otoplasty in Oklahoma City.

Otoplasty sets prominent ears closer to the head and rebuilds the natural folds that never fully formed. The incision hides behind the ear; the change reads instantly and looks like nothing happened.

We perform otoplasty for teens and adults. For younger patients the timing conversation matters — the ear is nearly full-grown early, and the right moment is a family decision made with the surgeon.

Otoplasty is usually same-day surgery under local anesthesia with sedation for adults, or full anesthesia for younger patients — decided together at consultation.
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How it works

What happens in the operating room.

  1. You get local anesthesia with sedation, or medicine that makes you sleep — planned by age and preference.
  2. The surgeon makes the cut in the crease behind the ear, where it hides completely.
  3. The ear cartilage is reshaped with permanent internal stitches, rebuilding the natural fold.
  4. The ear is set back to a natural distance — matched carefully to the other side.
  5. The cut is closed with fine stitches and a soft padded headband goes on.
  6. Surgery takes one to two hours. You go home the same day.

Prepare like a patient, not a browser

Logistics, preparation, recovery planning and emergency information — all of it lives in the Patient Resource Center, in plain words.

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The honest risk list — read it before your consult

Every surgery has risks. These are the main ones, in plain words — and we go over all of them with you in person.

  • Recurrence — an ear can drift partly back over time and need a touch-up.
  • Asymmetry between the two ears. Perfect symmetry does not exist in nature either.
  • A palpable or visible internal stitch that may need removal.
  • Numbness of the ear that usually wakes up over months.
  • Overcorrection — an ear pinned too flat. Conservative shaping guards against it.
  • Scars behind the ear that stay thickened.
  • Bleeding. A blood collection under the skin needs prompt care to protect the cartilage.
  • Infection. Cartilage infection is rare but treated aggressively.
  • Problems from anesthesia. These are rare in healthy people.
  • The need for another procedure to refine the result.

Recovery, honestly

What the weeks actually look like.

The arc

First few daysA padded headband stays on around the clock. Soreness is mild for most patients.
One weekStitches checked; the headband moves to nights only for a few weeks.
Two weeksSchool and desk work are comfortable; hair covers the healing crease.
Six weeksContact-risk activities and sports return; the set of the ear is stable.
MonthsThe scar behind the ear softens to a fine line no one sees.

When to call, day or night

In any emergency, call 911 first

Call 911 or go to the nearest emergency department now — do not drive yourself, do not wait:

  • Chest pain or pressure, shortness of breath, or trouble breathing.
  • Fainting, sudden confusion, or weakness on one side of the body.
  • One leg swells, or one calf hurts more than the other.
  • Blood soaks a bandage and does not slow down with gentle pressure.

Otherwise call 405-751-0042, day or night, if:

  • Sudden one-sided ear pain or a tense, painful swelling of the ear — call right away.
  • You have a fever of 101.5°F (38.6°C) or higher.
  • Redness spreads from the incision, or you see pus.
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Cost, answered

What otoplasty actually costs.

We don’t do internet price tags. Pricing moves with your anatomy, primary versus revision, and what your plan combines — so your consultation ends with one written, all-in number: surgeon, anesthesia, AAAHC-accredited facility, and follow-up included. We honor it.

How pricing worksFinancing options
For teens, timing and readiness are part of the consultation — surgery happens when the patient wants it, not just the parent.

Questions

Asked at nearly every consult.

How long does the surgery take?
One to two hours for both ears. You go home the same day in a soft padded headband.
When can I be back at work or school?
Most patients are comfortable at school or a desk within a week, with the headband worn at night for a few weeks after.
Will there be scars?
The scar hides in the crease behind the ear where nobody looks — even short haircuts cover it.
What does it cost?
Pricing is personal — it depends on your anatomy and the complexity of your plan. Your consultation ends with one written, all-in number: surgeon, anesthesia, AAAHC-accredited facility, and follow-up included.
Can I have my surgery in Oklahoma City?
Yes — Oklahoma Surgical Arts operates two operating rooms in Oklahoma City, and surgery can be scheduled in OKC or Tulsa. Your surgery, your choice of city.

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