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Is otoplasty surgery effective for removing protruding ears?
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Yes: Otoplasty is the exact procedure used to treat protruding ears. The procedure works to restore deficient areas in the ear architecture and reduce areas of excess. This is all done to improve aesthetics of the ear and decrease ther protrusion from the head.
Answered 11/22/2012
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Yes: The surgery is designed , and individualized, for just that reason.
Answered 12/13/2012
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Absolutely: Otoplasty, when properly performed, is a fantastic way to correct protruding ears.
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Two weeks ago i got otoplasty. My ears really stuck out at the bottom, the top not so much and this is apparently pretty unusual. However, even after surgery the bottom still sticks out almost the same. Will they ever stick closer to my head?
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