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Surgery Name	Cost	Room	Hospitalization
Otoplasty Package	1699	Private Room	1 Day (Day-Care)

✓ Inclusion

✔Consultation with experienced plastic / cosmetic surgeon
✔Pre-operative photographs and planning
✔Routine pre-surgery blood tests as per protocol
✔Otoplasty (ear reshaping) of both ears
✔Surgeon and anaesthetist fees (general or local with sedation)
✔Operation theatre charges and surgical consumables
✔Day-care stay in a private room
✔Dressings and head bandage
✔Routine medicines and antibiotics during stay
✔One follow-up dressing visit before departure
✔Free: airport pick-up & drop, visa invitation letter, interpreter & coordinator (Satyug Healthcare)

✗ Exclusion

✖International flights and visa fees
✖Hotel stay before and after surgery
✖Revision surgery
✖Additional cosmetic procedures (earlobe reduction, other surgery)
✖Overnight or extra hospital stay
✖Take-home medicines
✖Extra headbands and compression garments
✖Treatment of complications or other illnesses
✖Attendant meals and personal expenses

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🇮🇳 COSMETIC PACKAGE — INDIA

Otoplasty (Ear Reshaping) Surgery in India

Day-care correction of protruding, prominent or uneven ears for children over 5 years and adults, done by experienced plastic surgeons at accredited Indian hospitals – with natural results and a hidden scar, at a fraction of Western prices.

✅ Free Medical Opinion in 48–72 h👂 Natural, hidden-scar results💰 Starting USD 1,699✈️ Visa & Airport Support🗣️ Interpreter Available

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1–2 hrs

Surgery time

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Day care

Same-day discharge

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90–95%

Patient satisfaction

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7–10 days

Total stay in India

📖 What is Otoplasty?

The outer ear is made of a thin, flexible cartilage covered with skin. In some people the ear sticks out more than usual because a natural fold (the antihelical fold) did not form, or the bowl of the ear (concha) is too deep. Prominent ears affect about 1 in 20 people. They cause no hearing problem, but children are often teased, and many adults feel self-conscious.

Otoplasty (also called ear pinning or ear reshaping) reshapes the ear cartilage and sets the ears closer to the head. The cut is made in the natural crease behind the ear, so the scar is hidden. Permanent stitches create a new fold and, if needed, the deep bowl is reduced. Both ears are usually done in the same operation so they match.

🖼️ Understand It in Pictures

💡 In simple words

Otoplasty is surgery to pin back ears that stick out or to reshape them. A cut is made behind the ear, and the cartilage is reshaped and held with stitches. It is often done in children from about age 5, and in adults. It does not change hearing.

Ear position before and after otoplasty

Otoplasty: normal vs abnormal explained in pictures

👀 Symptoms in Pictures

Symptoms that may need Otoplasty - in pictures

🎬 The Treatment Journey in Pictures

📅 Recovery at a Glance

🩺 Conditions Treated

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Prominent (bat) ears

Ears that stick out more than about 2 cm from the side of the head.

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Missing antihelical fold

The inner fold of the ear has not formed, so the ear looks flat and pushed out.

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Large conchal bowl

A deep bowl pushes the whole ear forward.

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Asymmetrical ears

One ear sticks out more or has a different shape from the other.

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Lop or cup ear

The top rim of the ear folds down or forward.

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Unsatisfactory earlier surgery

Correction after previous otoplasty that relapsed or looks unnatural.

⚠️ Who May Benefit from Otoplasty

➤Ears that stick out noticeably
➤Child being teased at school
➤Avoiding short hairstyles or tied-back hair
➤Ears of different shapes or positions

➤Top rim of the ear folding forward
➤Discomfort with helmets or headwear
➤Low self-confidence about ear appearance
➤Earlier ear surgery that relapsed

💡 Babies do not need surgery. In the first few weeks after birth, ear cartilage is soft and many shape problems can be corrected with ear moulding splints. Surgery is usually done after age 5–6, when the ear has grown to about 90% of adult size. Otoplasty is a cosmetic choice – ears that do not bother the person do not need treatment.

🔬 Tests Before Treatment

Test	Why it is done
Plastic surgeon consultation and photographs	Measure how far the ears stick out and plan the correction.
Ear examination	Checks cartilage stiffness, fold and bowl, and any skin problem.
Blood tests (CBC, clotting, sugar)	Check fitness for surgery and bleeding risk.
Viral markers (HIV, hepatitis)	Routine before surgery as per hospital protocol.
Anaesthesia check	Children usually have general anaesthesia; adults may have local with sedation.
ECG (adults over 40)	Checks heart health before anaesthesia.

🏥 The Procedure — Step by Step

Consultation and planning

The surgeon examines the ears, takes photos and agrees the goals with you.

Admission

You are admitted on the morning of surgery (day care).

Anaesthesia

General anaesthesia for children; local anaesthesia with sedation for most adults.

Incision behind the ear

A small cut is made in the crease behind the ear.

Creating the fold

The cartilage is scored or shaped and permanent stitches form a natural fold (Mustardé technique).

Setting the ear back

Conchal stitches or a small cartilage reduction bring the ear closer to the head (Furnas technique).

Matching both sides

The surgeon checks symmetry and distance from the head.

Closure and dressing

Dissolvable stitches and a padded head bandage are applied.

Discharge

You go home or to the hotel the same day with pain tablets and antibiotics.

⚖️ Types & Techniques

Technique	What is done	Best for
Mustardé (suture) technique	Permanent stitches fold the cartilage to create the antihelix	Missing or weak antihelical fold
Furnas (conchal setback)	Stitches pull the bowl of the ear back toward the skull	Deep conchal bowl
Cartilage-scoring / cutting otoplasty	Cartilage is scored or trimmed to reshape it	Stiff adult cartilage, revision cases
Incisionless (stitch-only) otoplasty	Stitches placed through tiny skin punctures	Soft cartilage, mild prominence
Earlobe reduction or correction	Reshaping of a large or prominent lobe	Added to the main procedure

📊 Systematic reviews report patient satisfaction of about 90% or more after otoplasty, with relapse needing revision in roughly 5–10% of cases, more often with suture-only techniques.

📅 Your Day-by-Day Plan in India

Day	What happens
Day 1	Arrival in India, airport pick-up and hotel check-in
Day 2	Plastic surgeon consultation, photographs and pre-op tests
Day 3	Day-care otoplasty and same-day return to hotel
Day 4–5	Rest in hotel; first dressing check
Day 6–7	Bandage removed; headband for night use given
Day 8–9	Wound check and stitches review
Day 10	Fly home ✈️

🌱 Recovery After Treatment

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Day 1–5

Head bandage stays on; mild pain controlled with tablets; sleep with head raised.

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Week 1

Bandage removed; wear a soft headband day and night.

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Week 1–2

Return to school or office work.

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Week 2–6

Wear the headband at night to protect the ears.

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Week 6

Contact sports allowed; avoid pulling ears.

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Month 3

Swelling settles and the final shape is seen; scar fades.

🏆 Success Rate

Outcome	Result
Patient satisfaction	About 90–95%
Relapse needing revision	About 5–10%
Wound infection	Under 3%
Haematoma (blood collection)	About 1–3%
Return to school or work	About 1 week

Results depend on cartilage stiffness, the surgical technique and following the headband and dressing instructions. Children usually heal quickly and adapt well.

🩹 Risks & Possible Complications

Otoplasty is safe and complications are uncommon.

•Swelling, bruising and mild pain – common for 1–2 weeks
•Temporary numbness of the ear
•Haematoma (blood collection) – about 1–3%, needs early drainage
•Infection – under 3%
•Stitch showing through the skin (suture extrusion) – about 5–10%
•Asymmetry or partial relapse – about 5–10%
•Thick or keloid scar – rare, more common in darker skin

💰 Cost of Otoplasty in India

The cost of otoplasty in India starts from about USD 1,699 for both ears. This day-care package includes the surgery, surgeon and anaesthesia fees, a private room for the day, dressings and routine medicines. Revision or combined procedures may cost extra.

Option / Hospital tier	Approx. cost (USD)	Hospital stay	Notes
Standard otoplasty (both ears) – this package	1,699	1 day (day care)	Private room
One-ear otoplasty	1,200 – 1,500	Day care	One ear only
Revision / complex otoplasty	2,200 – 3,000	Day care	Previous surgery or complex shape
Premium hospital (Delhi NCR / Mumbai)	2,200 – 2,800	Day care	Senior plastic surgeon, premium suite

⚠️ Final cost depends on whether one or both ears are treated, the technique, type of anaesthesia and any added procedures. Quotes are confirmed after the specialist examines the patient in India.

Otoplasty cost comparison India USA UK Turkey

📋 What the Package Includes

✅ Included

✔Plastic surgeon consultation
✔Otoplasty of both ears
✔Surgeon and anaesthesia fees
✔Day-care stay in private room
✔Dressings and head bandage
✔Routine medicines
✔Follow-up dressing visit
✔Airport pick-up, visa letter and interpreter

❌ Not Included

✖Flights and visa fees
✖Hotel stay
✖Revision surgery
✖Additional cosmetic procedures
✖Extra hospital days
✖Take-home medicines
✖Compression headbands beyond the first
✖Attendant expenses

✈️ Your Medical Travel Process with Satyug Healthcare

Medical travel journey to India for Otoplasty

Step	Details
1. Send reports	Clear photos of both ears from the front, back and each side (with hair tied back), age of the patient, any previous ear surgery details and list of medicines or allergies.
2. Free opinion & quotes	Within 48-72 hours you receive opinions and cost estimates from 3-5 leading hospitals to compare.
3. Choose hospital & doctor	We help you compare doctors, success rates, room options and total budget.
4. Medical visa	The hospital issues a Visa Invitation Letter (VIL) to the Indian Embassy. The patient and up to 2 attendants apply for an e-Medical / Medical Attendant visa.
5. Travel planning	Flight guidance, wheelchair assistance, airport pick-up, hotel or guest house near the hospital.
6. Treatment in India	Your coordinator and interpreter stay with you for admission, treatment, discharge and billing.
7. Return & follow-up	Fit-to-fly letter, medicines, and online follow-up with your doctor after you return home.

🎒 Travel Checklist

📌Valid passport (6+ months) for the patient and attendants, plus 10 passport-size photos each
📌Medical visa / e-visa and the hospital’s Visa Invitation Letter
📌Ear photographs (front, back, both sides), previous surgery records and prescriptions
📌Yellow fever vaccination certificate (mandatory for travellers from African countries)
📌Polio vaccination certificate where applicable
📌Declare cash above USD 5,000 at the airport; hospitals accept wire transfer and cards
📌Foreigners staying longer than permitted must register with the FRRO — our team assists

⭐ Why Choose Satyug Healthcare?

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Top Accredited Hospitals

Our partner cosmetic surgery centres include Medanta – The Medicity, Max Super Speciality Hospital Saket, Fortis Memorial Research Institute Gurugram, Sir Ganga Ram Hospital, Indraprastha Apollo, Artemis Hospital and BLK-Max.

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Senior Specialists

Surgery is done by experienced plastic and cosmetic surgeons who perform ear reshaping for children and adults.

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Transparent Pricing

Multiple written quotes to compare — no hidden charges, no extra fee for our service.

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End-to-End Support

Visa, airport pick-up, accommodation, interpreter and 24/7 coordinator.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

➤ How much does otoplasty cost in India?

Otoplasty for both ears starts from about USD 1,699, including surgery, anaesthesia and day-care stay. Revision or complex cases may cost more.

➤ How long will I stay in hospital?

Otoplasty is a day-care procedure. You go back to your hotel the same day.

➤ How long should I stay in India?

Plan for about 7–10 days so the surgeon can check the dressing and the wound before you fly.

➤ What is the best age for otoplasty?

Children can have surgery from about 5–6 years, when the ear is nearly adult size. There is no upper age limit for adults.

➤ Will there be a visible scar?

The scar is in the crease behind the ear, so it is hidden. It fades over a few months.

➤ Is the surgery painful?

You feel no pain during surgery. Afterwards there is mild pain and tightness for a few days, controlled with tablets.

➤ Does otoplasty affect hearing?

No. The surgery only changes the outer ear shape, not the hearing parts.

➤ When can my child go back to school?

Usually after about 1 week, once the bandage is removed. A headband is worn at night for several weeks.

➤ Are the results permanent?

Yes, for most patients. A small relapse happens in about 5–10% and can be corrected with a minor revision.

➤ When can I fly home?

Most patients can fly about 5–7 days after surgery once the bandage is changed.

➤ What are the risks?

Swelling, bruising, a small blood collection, infection, stitch problems and slight asymmetry. Serious complications are rare.

➤ Can a parent stay with a child?

Yes. A parent can stay with the child in the private room. We provide visa invitation letters for the patient and attendants.

➤ What follow-up is needed after I go home?

Wear the headband at night for about 6 weeks, avoid pulling the ears and send photos for video follow-ups at 2 weeks and 3 months.

➤ What if I do not speak English?

Satyug Healthcare provides interpreters for Arabic, French, Russian, Swahili and other languages at no extra cost.

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Medical disclaimer: This page is for general information and does not replace a consultation with a qualified specialist. Treatment plans and costs are confirmed only after the patient is examined. Sources: NCBI StatPearls: Otoplasty; NHS: Ear correction surgery (otoplasty); American Society of Plastic Surgeons: Ear Surgery; Mayo Clinic: Otoplasty; British Association of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgeons (BAPRAS). Infographics: Satyug Healthcare.