Surgery that reshapes or repositions prominent ears closer to the head, commonly performed on children but equally effective in adults. Compare Frederick clinics below and request a free consultation.
$3,500–$8,000
per procedure · USD
A general range for Frederick, rounded for guidance. Confirm exact pricing with each clinic.
Plastic surgeons in Frederick who list otoplasty among their procedures. Tap any surgeon to view details and request a consultation.
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Will Surgical Arts: Dr. Michael J. Will MD, DDS, FACS Brian Will MD, DDS is a plastic surgery practice in Frederick, Maryland, rated 5 stars across 266 Google reviews, performing 11 tracked procedures.
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Guy Cappuccino, M.D. Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery is a plastic surgery practice in Frederick, Maryland, rated 4.9 stars across 303 Google reviews, performing 23 tracked procedures.
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Plastic Surgery Services Henry F. Garazo MD is a plastic surgery practice in Frederick, Maryland, rated 4.7 stars across 192 Google reviews, performing 11 tracked procedures.
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The Andochick Center for Cosmetic Surgery is a plastic surgery practice in Frederick, Maryland, rated 4.9 stars across 58 Google reviews, performing 13 tracked procedures.
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CalvertHealth Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery is a plastic surgery practice in Frederick, Maryland, rated 4.4 stars across 26 Google reviews, performing 14 tracked procedures.
Surgery that reshapes or repositions prominent ears closer to the head, commonly performed on children but equally effective in adults.
One procedure, permanent
1 week off work or school, headband worn at night for several weeks
Children from about age five, once ear growth is largely complete, and adults of any age bothered by prominent or asymmetric ears
5 plastic surgery practices in the Frederick area list otoplasty. From Google Places listings; hours and locations change, so confirm with the practice.
What 5 Frederick practices that list otoplasty say on their own websites (checked September 2026); one that does not mention something may still offer it, so ask at your consultation.
During otoplasty, discreet incisions are typically placed behind the ear to access and sculpt the cartilage framework
Otoplasty is performed as an outpatient procedure under general anesthesia or local anesthesia with sedation. Dr. Garazo makes discreet incisions behind the ear to reshape and reposition the cartilage.
Otoplasty involves reshaping the ear cartilage to create a more balanced position and contour. Incisions are usually placed behind the ear so they remain discreet.
Ear pinning surgery is typically an outpatient procedure, so you should be able to return home the same day as surgery. While recovery time varies, many patients are able to return to work or school after one week.
Otoplasty, the medical term for ear reshaping or ear correction surgery, is a procedure that corrects ears that protrude too far from the head. The ears are fully developed very early in life, which means this procedure can be performed safely on children as young as five years
Some patients combine ear surgery with procedures such as rhinoplasty or chin augmentation to enhance facial harmony in a single surgical plan.
Ears that stick out prominently from the side of the head are the focus of ear pinning otoplasty.
Some patients choose otoplasty as a standalone treatment, while others combine it with facial procedures aimed at enhancing overall balance.
Ear pinning, also known as otoplasty, is done to reposition or improve the shape or proportion of the ear. This procedure can be done for people of all ages, with children with protruding ears often benefitting from it.
The technique used during otoplasty varies slightly depending on the patient's age and anatomy. For young children, the procedure is performed under general anesthesia so they remain still and comfortable throughout. For adults and older children, sedation anesthesia or local anesthesia is often sufficient
Otoplasty generally runs $3,500–$8,000 per procedure, and each Frederick clinic sets its own price. The biggest variables are the provider's experience level and the specific device or product used. Newer technology and senior injectors price at the upper end. Pricing is quoted in US dollars (USD). Request a consultation from any of our listed Frederick clinics for a personalized quote.
Initial results in 2–4 weeks, with full results developing over 3 months as collagen builds. Frederick providers typically schedule follow-ups to track progress.
Results vary by patient, but most Frederick providers report 6–18 months of sustained benefit from a full Otoplasty series.
Ears reach close to adult size by about age five or six, which is when surgeons will typically consider it. Many families choose to do it before a child starts school, or early in school years if teasing has begun. There is no upper limit, and plenty of adults have it done having lived with prominent ears for decades. For children, most surgeons want the child to want it too, not just the parents.
Behind the ear, in the crease where the ear meets the head, which makes them essentially invisible in normal life. Some techniques use a small amount of cartilage scoring from the front, but the standard approach keeps everything behind. This is one of the few operations where scar placement is genuinely not a concern.
Sometimes for children, particularly when there is documented psychological impact from teasing, and policies vary widely. It is generally considered cosmetic for adults. It is worth having the surgeon's office check, because coverage for pediatric otoplasty is more common than people assume.
Partial relapse happens in a minority of cases, usually within the first year, and is more likely when the correction relied only on stitches rather than reshaping the cartilage itself. Wearing the protective headband as directed during early healing meaningfully reduces the risk. Revision is possible when relapse occurs.
For newborns in roughly the first few weeks of life, ear molding systems can reshape cartilage while it is still soft from maternal hormones, avoiding surgery entirely. That window is very short and closes within the first couple of months. After that, surgery is the option. Parents who notice prominent ears in a newborn should ask about molding immediately rather than waiting.
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