FAQs about Otoplasty

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) About Otoplasty

BEFORE SURGERY Is surgery right for me? Can I avoid surgery? How much will the operation cost? Will my insurance pay for this surgery? Am I being vain to have this operation? What do I do to get ready for surgery? Do I take my regular medicines? What medicines should I not take? What do I eat before surgery? Can I reduce scarring to bruising? What do I need to tell the surgeon? Do I need any special tests or X-rays? When do I need to be there?		DURING SURGERY Where is the operation done? How is the operation done? Where is the scar going to be? How long does the operation take? What anesthetic is used?
AFTER SURGERY When will I go home after surgery? Can I drive myself home after surgery? What are the complications? Will I need to take any special medicines? How do I look after myself after surgery? Do I need somebody with me afterwards? Does it hurt after surgery? What will I look like after surgery? When can I return to work? When can I exercise? Do I have to eat a special diet? What type of dressing will I have? Do I need to wear any special garment? Will I need to change any bandages? How long does it take to heal? Will I have any drains? How do I look after my stitches? When are the stitches removed? When can I bathe or shower? Do I have to sleep in a special position? Do I need to use ice ? When can I have sex?		GENERAL QUESTIONS Will I like the results? What if I do not like the results? Should I stop smoking? May I drink alcohol? Can I combine this with other procedures? How will I feel emotionally after surgery? How long will the results of last? Can I have the operation again? Do I tell people I had cosmetic surgery? When can I go to the beautician? When can a child return to school? What if I have an emergency?

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