A 34-year-old member asked:

i'm getting an otoplasty next week and i'm nervous. what can i expect in terms of length and pain?

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Dr. Thomas Fiala answered

Plastic Surgery 33 years experience

Post-op otoplasty: Your ears will be swollen and sore for about a week or so. You might have headaches during this time.

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Dr. Barry Cohen answered

Plastic Surgery 34 years experience

Pain for a few days: 3-4 on 1-10 scale. Not a huge deal.

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