Facial Surgery · Nashville, Tennessee

Ear Surgery

Shape and position, in balance with your features.

Designed
around you.

Shape, position, and facial balance. Explore real patient results from ear reshaping surgery.

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The individual comes first

Your goals. A considered approach.

Ear surgery, or otoplasty, reshapes or repositions the outer ears. Your plan considers prominence, natural folds, and differences between the two sides.

01 · Your options

A plan for the details you notice.

A thoughtful plan starts with your individual assessment. These are the details to explore together.

Ear position

Discuss how far the ears project and the adjustment you prefer.

Natural folds

Assess cartilage shape and the contours you want to preserve.

Symmetry goals

Review realistic improvements while recognizing normal differences between ears.

02 · Your consultation

A conversation comes first.

Bring your questions about ear surgery. Share your health history, medications, prior treatments, and what you hope to change. Your consultation is also a chance to discuss alternatives and whether treatment is right for you.

  1. Share your priorities

    Tell us what matters to you, including what you want to preserve. Reference photographs can help explain your preferences.

  2. Explore your options

    Review the recommended approach, realistic outcomes, limitations, and risks. Take the time you need to ask questions.

  3. Plan the practical details

    Discuss your quote, preparation, follow-up, and support at home. Leave with a clear understanding of the next steps.

03 · Recovery

Make room for your recovery.

Protect the ears as they heal. Your team will explain dressings or headband use, sleep positioning, and a return to sports or activities that could bend or strike the ears.

04 · Important considerations

An informed choice is a personal one.

Risks include asymmetry, infection, hematoma, sensation changes, visible scars, and recurrence of prominence. Discuss expectations and the possibility of revision. Your consultation includes a fuller discussion of risks, alternatives, and your individual suitability.

Recovery & care

Support beyond your procedure.

Explore the care guide for ear surgery, including recovery, activity, and when to contact our team. Follow your personal discharge instructions.

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Common questions

Let’s talk through it.

Can adults have otoplasty?

Yes. Adults can discuss ear shape and position with the surgeon during an individual assessment.

Will my ears be perfectly identical?

Perfect symmetry is not a realistic promise. The goal is a considered improvement in balance.

How much does ear surgery cost?

Your individual plan determines your quote. Ask what is included, which fees may be separate, and whether follow-up or future treatments have additional costs.

How do I get started?

Call our team or send a consultation request. We will help arrange a conversation about your goals, medical history, and next steps.

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Precision is personal.

Get to know Dr. Papillion and discuss the approach that feels right for you.

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Your next step

A thoughtful plan.
A personal conversation.

Bring your questions. Share your goals. Start a conversation with our team serving Nashville.

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