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Non-Surgical Ear Enhancement with Gold Threads

Non-Surgical Ear Enhancement with Gold Threads

Non-Surgical Ear Enhancement with Gold Threads

Prominent ears can be a problem that causes embarrassment for some individuals. Most people try to find ways to hide them, and the idea of surgical correction can be intimidating. Fortunately, there's an alternative method for ear enhancement that doesn't involve surgery: using gold threads.

Prominent ears:
In most cases, genes play a significant role in the appearance of prominent ears in children. It can be due to incomplete growth, improper cartilage formation, or excessive cartilage growth. If you notice this in your child early on, there's a way to help reshape his ears without surgery. Dr. Ahmed Mekkawy, a specialist in plastic surgery procedures, can provide ear supports that help mold the ears into a more desired shape. These supports act like braces for the ears, helping them develop better. However, they're more suitable for younger children when their ear cartilage is still soft and flexible. But in some other cases, these supports are not suitable due to the lack of sufficient cartilage flexibility for reshaping.

Who can consider non-surgical ear enhancement?
This option is suitable for those in good health who don't have ongoing health issues and who aren't currently dealing with ear infections. Smokers might not be the best candidates for this either. If you're thinking about this for your child, he should be at least five years old, so his ears have finished growing, and he should be able to follow directions.

How non-surgical ear enhancement works?
Instead of surgery, gold threads are used to enhance the appearance of the ears. They can be inserted behind the ear and gently pulled to reduce protrusion. Making a small incision behind the ear, not exceeding a few centimeters, and the surgeon inserts the needle through it. Dr. Ahmed Mekkawy then secures these threads to the ear tissue and gently pulls them to reshape the ear. The incision is closed with a few stitches and under local anesthesia. Gold threads have a color similar to the skin, making them difficult to notice after being inserted under the skin.

Recovery after non-surgical ear enhancement: 
You won't need a recovery period for this procedure. You can leave the hospital right after the threads are in place. There might be some minor discomfort, which you will manage with pain relievers. You might also experience mild redness, itching, numbness around the ear, and some light swelling that can be relieved with cold compresses on the ear and its surroundings.

Advantages of using gold threads for ear enhancement:
This technique is characterized by the absence of any scars or surgical intervention, thus avoiding infections, bleeding, or any risks associated with surgery in general.  The process is relatively quick, and the results appear within a short time.

Results of Non-Surgical Ear Enhancement:
You'll see the difference right after the procedure, and the improvements will continue as any swelling subsides, eventually leading to the desired outcome. These gold threads can last for years without needing further adjustments.

You can use gold threads for facelifts, neck lifts, and jawline enhancement. They've become a popular and effective option for those seeking cosmetic improvements without the concerns tied to surgery. For more information about non-surgical ear enhancement with gold threads and to schedule an appointment, please contact us.

This content has been reviewed by Dr. Ahmed Mekkawy, a consultant in cosmetic surgery, body contouring, and natural hair transplantation.