Adults in Cheshire can have otoplasty with Mr Reza Nassab, with consultations at CLNQ on King Street, Knutsford, where surgery under local anaesthetic may also be carried out. The procedure sets prominent ears closer to the head through a discreet incision behind the ear, and is usually performed under local anaesthetic as a day case. Prices start from £5,000 under local anaesthetic, with the £150 consultation separate.
Understanding prominent ears
Ears that stick out are a normal variation, usually present from birth. The most common reasons are a missing or soft fold in the upper part of the ear, a deep central bowl that holds the ear away from the head, or a prominent earlobe; many people have a combination. The two ears are often slightly different. Understanding which features are responsible for your ear shape allows the correction to be tailored, which is why a detailed examination is the starting point.
How ear pinning is performed
Through an incision hidden in the crease at the back of the ear, the cartilage is reshaped. Fine permanent stitches can be used to create the missing fold, and the bowl can be set back towards the head. Some ears need gentle scoring or thinning of the cartilage to help it hold its new shape. The skin is closed with fine stitches and a padded bandage applied. The aim is a soft, natural contour when viewed from the front, side and back.
Consultation at CLNQ, King Street, Knutsford
Your appointment in Knutsford begins with a conversation about your concerns and your health, including smoking, medicines and any history of keloid scars. Mr Nassab then examines each ear and demonstrates what can be changed, sometimes by gently folding the ear so you can see the effect in a mirror. He will explain the operation, the scar, the recovery timetable and the risks, including the possibility of partial relapse. A written quote follows, and a second appointment is welcome before you decide.
Your operation
As otoplasty is usually done under local anaesthetic, it may be carried out at CLNQ in Knutsford. You are admitted on the day, the plan is confirmed and the ears are numbed with local anaesthetic. The operation typically takes one to two hours for both ears. Afterwards you will rest briefly before going home with a head bandage in place. An adult should collect you, as you cannot drive with the bandage on, and it helps to have someone at home for the first evening.
Convenient for patients across Cheshire
Patients come from Knutsford, Wilmslow, Alderley Edge, Macclesfield and Altrincham, as well as Sale, Northwich, Congleton and Stockport. Having the consultation, surgery and aftercare within Cheshire keeps travel short during the week you are wearing a bandage. Review appointments are planned around your diary, and the team can be reached day and night if you have a concern.
Aftercare and recovery
The bandage is usually removed around a week after surgery, when the wounds are checked and any stitches taken out. You will then wear a soft headband, mainly at night, for about six weeks to stop the ears being folded forward in your sleep. Most adults return to work after about a week. Contact sports should wait at least six to eight weeks. Increasing pain or swelling in one ear, particularly in the first two days, should be reported to the team urgently, and fever or redness the same day.
Cost and booking
Otoplasty under local anaesthetic is from £5,000; the consultation is £150 and charged separately. The otoplasty cost guide explains what is included. Finance may be available through Chrysalis Finance, and Reza Nassab Ltd is a credit broker, not a lender. Otoplasty at this practice is for adults aged 18 and over. To book a consultation in Knutsford, please get in touch.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which hospital is used for otoplasty in Cheshire?
Under local anaesthetic, surgery may be carried out at CLNQ in Knutsford; if a general anaesthetic is needed, it takes place at Deansgate Hospital in Manchester city centre.
Where is the consultation?
At CLNQ, King Street, Knutsford.
Will the scar be visible?
The scar sits in the natural crease behind the ear, so it is usually hidden from view once healed.
Is ear pinning painful?
The ears are numbed during surgery. Afterwards they typically ache for a few days, which is usually managed with simple painkillers.
Can earlobes be corrected at the same time?
Yes. Prominent earlobes can often be addressed during the same operation, and earlobe repair or reduction can sometimes be combined.
How long does the result last?
Otoplasty is intended to be a lasting change, although some partial relapse can occur, particularly if the ears are knocked or folded forward early in recovery.
