SNU Plastic Surgery

Otoplasty

Otoplasty is a surgery that corrects the shape, position, and angle of ears
that are deformed congenitally or acquired,
playing an important role in harmoniously completing facial balance and appearance

Ideal Ear Proportions

When the ear's width-to-length ratio is 1:1.75,
the ideal form is a lateral angle tilted back approximately 8-10 degrees.

Otoplasty Recommended Candidates

CASE 01

Protruding or folded ears
creating an awkward appearance
CASE 02

Split or excessively
small-appearing earlobes
CASE 03

Buried or folded ears causing
discomfort with glasses/masks
CASE 04

Keloid-prone individuals with
scarring after ear piercings
CASE 05

Those seeking to balance
facial symmetry

1:1 Customized Design Tailored to Individual Facial Structure

We find the most ideal ear shape for each individual, considering not only external appearance but also cartilage and soft tissue.

Primary Surgical Targets and Types
Protruding Ears	Ears that appear to spread forward from the front view	Protrude due to insufficient antihelical fold, not adhering to the head (commonly known as "bat ears")
Folded Ears	Upper portion of the ear is curled and folded	Classified as constricted ear with cartilage structure deformity
Buried Ears	Upper portion of the ear is buried within the scalp	Shape appears when pulled by hand but rolls back inward when released
Stahl's Ear	Earlobe is pointed and attached toward the cheek	When appearing on only one side, facial asymmetry can be prominent
Cleft Earlobe	Torn or split earlobe	Caused by trauma from earrings or congenital factors
Keloid Ear	Keloid formation after ear piercing	Risk of repeated recurrence, requiring skin graft or excision
Earlobe Reconstruction	Small, thin, or excessively large earlobes	Volume and shape improvement possible through cartilage or dermal grafting

What Makes SNU Otoplasty Special

SPECIAL 01

Personalized Ear Contour Design

We precisely analyze facial shape and ear
proportions to design an ear contour that is
most harmonious and three-dimensional with your image.
SPECIAL 02

Minimal Incision to Minimize Scarring

Our incision method minimizes soft tissue
damage, reducing concerns about post-surgical
scar visibility and promoting
faster recovery
SPECIAL 03

Design to Prevent Scar Widening

We finish with precise suturing that considers
skin tension and direction to prevent
post-surgical suture line widening.
SPECIAL 04

Precise Anatomical Dissection Technique

We delicately and safely dissect with
consideration for fine structures including
cartilage, blood vessels, and nerves to
complete a natural ear shape.