A gentle reshaping of prominent or asymmetric ears, setting them in a more natural position closer to the head. The aim isn’t to pin the ears flat — it’s balanced, natural ears that simply suit the face, with the scar hidden behind the ear.
Otoplasty — ear reshaping surgery — most often corrects prominent ears that sit too far from the head, but it can also improve ear shape, reduce asymmetry between the two ears and refine an over-large or cup-shaped ear. The cartilage is reshaped and the ear is repositioned in a more natural, balanced way.
For many people, prominent ears are something they’ve felt self-conscious about for years. The goal of otoplasty is simple: ears that look natural and proportional to the face — not pinned flat or over-corrected — through a small incision hidden in the crease behind the ear.
Every pair of ears is different, so the plan is shaped around what stands out for you. Common concerns include:
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Because the ears are close to their full size from around the age of six, otoplasty can be considered from childhood through adulthood. Suitability and timing are always decided individually, after a detailed examination.
Through an incision usually hidden in the crease behind the ear, the cartilage is reshaped rather than simply pulled back. Where the ear’s natural curve (the antihelical fold) is missing or shallow, it is recreated; where a deep conchal bowl pushes the ear out, it can be reduced — so the ear sits closer to the head in a natural position.
Placed in the crease behind the ear, so the scar is well concealed.
The natural curve is recreated and a deep bowl reduced — not just pinned flat.
Both ears are refined together so they match and suit the face.
Otoplasty usually takes around 1.5–2 hours for both ears, under local anaesthesia with sedation or — often for children — general anaesthesia. It’s typically a day case, with a supportive headband worn afterwards to protect the new shape.
Share a few photos of your ears from the front, side and back for an honest first opinion.
A video consultation in English, Turkish, and Greek to determine the goal and appropriate technique.
The ears are reshaped through a hidden incision behind the ear and balanced for symmetry.
You usually go home the same day, with a supportive headband in place.
Stitches and dressings are checked at a clinic visit before you travel home.
Remote check-ins as the swelling settles and the final shape refines.
The ear’s natural curve recreated for a soft, real result.
The incision sits in the crease behind the ear, out of view.
Both ears refined together so they truly match.
A supportive headband is worn day and night in the first week to protect the ears, then often at night for a while after. Mild swelling, bruising and tenderness are normal early on; sleeping on your back and avoiding pressure on the ears helps healing.
The headband is worn day and night. Some swelling, bruising and tenderness are expected; rest and sleep on your back.
Dressings and stitches are checked; most people return to a light routine. The headband often continues at night.
Swelling settles and the ears feel more normal. Avoid contact sports and pressure on the ears for a while.
The final shape refines over the following weeks, and the scar behind the ear continues to fade.
A good otoplasty result is one you stop noticing — ears that look natural and proportional, set in a comfortable position rather than flattened against the head. The two ears should match, with soft, real-looking curves rather than a sharp, over-corrected line.
As with any surgery, results vary from person to person, and a small difference between the ears is normal — perfect symmetry isn’t the goal. A balanced, natural improvement is.
There’s no single price — it’s personalised to your plan, including whether one or both ears are treated. The quickest way to a real, all-inclusive figure is to send a few clear photos for a free assessment.
A few clear photos of your ears help the team give you a real, all-inclusive quote:
No deposit, no obligation. Your photos are used only to assess your case.
A personalised quote is built around your plan — not bundled into a fixed package.
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As an ENT and head & neck surgeon, Op. Dr. Nuran Kalekoğlu Erkalp brings a detailed understanding of ear anatomy to otoplasty — reshaping the cartilage for a natural curve rather than simply pinning the ears back. Each plan is shaped around your ear shape, prominence and symmetry, and the result you’re hoping for.
The aim is a calm, natural improvement: ears that suit your face and that you stop thinking about — with the scar discreetly hidden behind the ear.
A detailed understanding of ear anatomy and structure.
Reshaped cartilage and soft curves — never flattened or over-done.
Both ears refined together so they genuinely match.
ENT & Rhinoplasty Surgeon · İstanbul
Op. Dr. Nuran Kalekoğlu Erkalp completed her specialty training in Otorhinolaryngology (ENT) and Head & Neck Surgery at İstanbul University Cerrahpaşa — one of Türkiye’s most respected surgical programmes. With nearly 30 years of experience, she plans the shape and the breathing of every nose together, never one at the expense of the other.
Otoplasty is surgery to reshape or reposition the ears — most often to set prominent ears closer to the head and improve their shape and symmetry.
Ear cartilage is usually close to its full size from around the age of six, so otoplasty can be considered from childhood onward. The right timing is decided individually after an examination.
The incision is usually placed in the natural crease behind the ear, so any resulting scar is well hidden and tends to fade over time.
The aim is natural, balanced ears that suit the face — reshaped rather than simply pinned flat, and never over-corrected.
Yes. Both ears are usually treated in the same session for symmetry, even when one ear is more prominent than the other.
Most people return to everyday life within about a week. A supportive headband is worn early on, and swelling settles gradually over the following weeks.
There is no single price — it is personalised to your plan, including whether one or both ears are treated. The fastest way to an all-inclusive figure is to send a few clear photos for a free assessment.
Most patients stay around 4–5 days, covering the examination, surgery, early recovery and a check-up before travelling home.
Send a few photos and Dr. Nuran will tell you honestly what otoplasty could do for you — for one ear or both. One working day, no obligation.
