A smile from ear to ear, as you admire your new ears.
At MOOI Clinic, we’re all about helping you smile from ear to ear when you look at your reflection in the mirror with confidence. After an ear correction, your ears which were quite noticeable before, no longer bother you. We understand that having something done to your ears is a big step for you. As you consider ear surgery, we’d like to tell you what your options are and what steps you can take. During a consultation with a plastic surgeon at our private clinic located in Maastricht, we’ll provide you with all the necessary information so you can make an informed decision.
From what age is ear correction possible?
Protruding ears, or floppy ears, are common. It’s the most common ear defect, and having floppy ears can lead to lower self-esteem. Especially when a child is bothered by it, by being bullied by other children, for example. We can correct floppy ears from the age of 5-6 years. Most insurance companies reimburse for treatment. This treatment in children takes place under anesthesia in the hospital.
When to do an ear correction in adults?
Even in adults, the ears may be off the head to such an extent that it leads to low self-esteem and insecurity. In adults, otoplasty surgery is generally no longer reimbursed. If the surgery is not covered you can have it treated in our own clinic.
Some cases involve a drooping or torn-out earlobe. This can be remedied through an earlobe correction.
Ear correction without surgery?
Floppy ears can be corrected in babies without surgery. This is only possible in newborn babies up to 6 weeks of age. Through the Earwell system, the ears are corrected without surgery.
THE TREATMENT PROCESS
From consultation to beautiful ears
Make an appointment first
Call or email one of our staff members to schedule a consultation. Tell us your plans in advance so we can schedule you with the plastic surgeon who is best for you. You can make an appointment through the appointments page.
Or call: +31 43 311 8708
The consultation from A to Z
You come to MOOI Clinic in Maastricht to discuss your ear correction. During the consultation, you’ll speak with a plastic surgeon who specializes in ear corrections about everything from general information about the before and after care, to specific details such as the technique and where the incision will be. The scar will be behind the ear and therefore not visible.
After the consultation, you’ll be up to date on everything concerning your future ear correction: from our honest advice on the expected result, risks, recovery and costs. We also take pictures for your medical records today.
An initial consultation involves a €50 consultation fee, which will be deducted from the treatment price.
The flap correction
In children, we prefer ear surgery under general anesthesia. In adults, it can be done under local anesthesia, but full anesthesia is also possible. The anesthesiologist will then put you under anesthesia in the OR. During the procedure, an incision is made at the back of the ear and the cartilage is exposed. The shape of the cartilage determines the shape of the ear. During an ear correction, the cartilage is bent into the correct shape. This is secured with sutures. After the surgery, the incision at the back is stitched up again. The procedure takes about 1.5 hours.
You can usually go home the same day after surgery. If the surgery goes well and you feel good then you can go home after a check-up. You’re not allowed to drive yourself so arrange in advance how you will get some safely. Prior to your surgery, you’re well informed about our aftercare and recovery instructions.
Aftercare and recovery
Before surgery, you’ll receive detailed post-operative instructions from us. It’s important for your own recovery that you follow these carefully. The surgery is generally not very painful. Immediately after surgery, you’ll wear a head bandage that will remain in place for one week.
It’s important to take it easy the first week and make sure there is no pressure on your face. After a week, you’ll come for a check-up at MOOI Clinic. The bandage is removed and replaced with a hairband to protect the ears.
In most cases, you can return to work after one to two weeks, provided it is not physically demanding work. After six weeks, you can slowly begin exercising again and are likely to be fully active again.
Read all about recovery after ear surgery here.
Risks
As with any surgery, there is a small chance of bleeding, infection or impaired wound healing. This is usually not serious and easily treated. Complete symmetry is pursued but can never be 100% guaranteed.
MOOI Clinic recommends that you read the aesthetic package insert carefully. It is designed to give you the additional information you need to help you make an informed decision.
QUIT SMOKING
We advise all our clients to quit smoking around the time of treatment. The same applies to the use of nicotine patches and gum. Smoking not only makes you less MOOI on the outside, but also on the inside. If you smoke, you have a higher risk of complications such as poor wound healing, skin shedding or respiratory problems with general anesthesia.
Experience of others
Your desire and reasons for have your ears corrected is personal. It’s very important to us that you feel good about your choices. We also give you time to discover what you feel most comfortable with. Be sure to read the experiences of other patients and see our reviews via ZorgkaartNederland.nl (the largest independent experience site for Dutch healthcare).
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Your appearance is precious to us. We believe that for proper treatment, you need the right people. Training, competence and quality can only be provided with plastic surgeons who understand their profession. We do not want to be the largest clinic in the Netherlands, but the best.
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What does an ear correction cost?
After the consultation with the plastic surgeon, you’ll know exactly what your ear correction will cost.
Please note that it is not possible to claim expenses for treatments from health insurance. MOOI only performs procedures for uninsured care.
If you do want to qualify for reimbursement, we’re happy to refer you to one of our hospitals. For this you need a referral from the family doctor. We recommend consulting the terms and conditions of your health insurance policy.
