Otoplasty procedures are performed among both children and adults.  In children general anesthesia is used.  In teens or adults LIVS (local anesthesia with IV sedation) can be used and in adults it is possible for only local anesthesia to be used.

The Procedure

Typical ear surgery will last around an average of 2 hours.  The procedure can range from 1 1/2 hours to 3 hours, depending on the degree of correction required.

Dr. John Gross uses a combination of techniques to get a good natural result.  A very small incision is made in the back of the ear, exposing the cartilage of the ear that will be shaped to fit the new position desired closer to the sides of the head. Permanent stitches may be used to maintain the longevity of the new shape of the ear.

Ear surgery can be performed with very little visible scarring, as the incisions are made on the back of the ear in the natural fold, which is usually covered by hair. To promote symmetry, surgery is usually performed on both ears, even if the issue is only apparent in one ear, rather than both.

Recovery

Otoplasty is an outpatient procedure. Recovery time immediately following surgery is usually very short, allowing the patient to get up and walk around within a few hours of ear surgery. Younger children who undergo general anesthesia will usually need more time to recover, and could stay overnight in the hospital for observation, due to the effects of anesthesia.

Light medication to relieve the swelling and pain can be used in the days following the surgery. In addition, the ears will be wrapped in gauze and bandages which the patient will wear for a couple days, the dressing will need to be changed regularly. A smaller, more comfortable bandage will replace the initial bandage after a few days and headband will then need worn at night.

It is of paramount importance that any activity that could compromise the newly formed ears be avoided for 5 days, in adults, and up to a week for children. That means adults can return to work within 5 days and children can return to school within 7 days, with special instructions to their teachers that certain activities on the playground should be avoided.

Results

One must look at the results of ear surgery as enhancing the natural beauty innate in every patient; the point is not perfection, but the most natural, normative look possible. This is yet another reason why direct and honest communication with Dr. Gross is extremely important.

Risk

Ear surgery is best when performed by a board certified plastic surgeon.  To learn more about risks involved with this procedure, please click here to e-mail Pasadena plastic surgeon Dr. John Gross.

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The goal in maintaining the natural shape of the breast is achieved in two distinct ways. Most importantly, it is achieved by making the gel more cohesive or firm, so that it is less liquid-like and more solid than other silicone gel implants. For this reason, they are also known as the “gummy bear implants”. If a cohesive implant is cut in half, there is no gross movement of gel, and the implant maintains its shape. That means that in any position, the implant maintains its profile and should not fold, which in turn allows it to maintain a particular shape. Secondly, maintaining the natural shape of the breast is achieved by the unique tear drop shape that the cohesive breast implant anatomically mirrors. A breast projects more at the bottom than at the top. Therefore, it makes sense for an implant to be shaped that way. The thinner the implant is at the top, the more gradually and naturally it will feather into the upper chest, making itself less conspicuous.

As these uniquely designed implants are currently not FDA approved, Dr. Gross has been one of the few chosen Board Certified Plastic Surgeons to conduct a FDA approved clinical study. The trials are open to patients seeking a first time augmentation, a revision of a breast augmentation, or breast reconstruction following mastectomy. If you or someone you know is interested or have any questions regarding the Style 410 implant please call 626-792-1222 and ask for Janel.

Pasadena plastic surgeon John Gross offers breast augmentation using saline breast implants and silicone breast implants. View breast augmentation before and after photos. Learn more about breast implants, the placement of the implant, incision site and more. For breast augmentation in Pasadena call 626-792-1222 for a consultation or contact us via email.

Considering breast augmentation in Pasadena? Breast augmentation (or augmentation mammaplasty) is a cosmetic procedure that uses breast implants ( saline breast implants or silicone breast implants) to enlarge and shape the breasts. Some of the reasons women seek breast enlargement surgery are to change the size or shape of their breasts, to bring balance when a breast that is smaller than the other, and to correct a loss of volume or fullness after weight loss or pregnancy. Breast lifts, breast reduction and other breast surgery procedures are also available. Dr. Gross has been one of the few chosen Board Certified Plastic Surgeons to conduct an FDA approved clinical study on cohesive gel breast implants also known as gummy bear breast implants. The trials are open to patients seeking a first time augmentation, a revision of a breast augmentation, or breast reconstruction following mastectomy. If you or someone you know is interested or have any questions regarding the Style 410 implant please call 626-792-1222 and ask for Janel.

Liposuction is an option for patients who are bothered by excess fat on the neck or body that does not improve with diet or exercise. Liposuction slims and reshapes specific areas of the body by removing localized fat deposits, resulting in improved body proportion and contour. Areas frequently treated are the abdomen love handles thighs chest hips double chin and knees. Contact us today to learn more about liposuction surgery.

Rhinoplasty, or nose surgery, can enhance the shape, size, and general appearance of your nose by correcting a drooping nasal tip, a bump on the nasal bridge, and other unfavorable attributes. Chin enhancement or chin augmentation is a procedure often performed alongside rhinoplasty to achieve optimal facial balance. The procedure is done on an outpatient basis under sedation or general anesthesia. Working through nasal incisions, the nose’s framework of bone and cartilage is sculpted to the desired shape. Changes may be made to reshape the tip, reduce the size or width of the nose, increase or decrease the nasal bridge, or change the angle between the nose and the upper lip. Contact Board Certified plastic surgeon John Gross to learn more about Rhinoplasty Surgery.

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John E. Gross, M.D., FACS practices the full spectrum of plastic and reconstructive surgery. Dr. Gross is dedicated to providing his patients with the highest quality care. He and his staff are committed to making you comfortable and helping you make a well-informed decision regarding your procedure.

Dr. Gross is a Clinical Associate Professor of Surgery at the University of Southern California School of Medicine in Los Angeles. He was formerly Chief of the section of Plastic Surgery at the Los Angeles + USC Medical Center from 1994-2006. Dr. Gross is certified by both the American Board of Surgery and the American Board of Plastic Surgery.

His society memberships include the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, the American Cleft Palate-Craniofacial Association, the California Society of Plastic Surgeons, the Royal and Ancient Society of American Plastic Surgeons, and the American Society of Maxillofacial Surgeons. As well, Dr. Gross holds fellowship in the American College of Surgeons. He also volunteers with the non-profit organization Operation Smile. He has performed surgery on children with congenital deformities in Africa and South America.