Ear Pinning: Most Common Cosmetic Surgery for Children By Dr. Sutton Graham on April 11, 2018

Most cosmetic surgery is performed for adult women, but there are specific concerns that affect children which parents decide to have corrected during childhood.  According to the American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons, of which Dr. Graham is a member, ear surgery is the most common surgery for patients under the age of 18.  Otoplasty is commonly done to treat ears that stick out too far (prominent ears).  This is usually done after the child is 6-7 years old, and has recognized the her or she wants it done.  The procedure involves weakening the abnormal cartilage and using sutures to induce more natural curves.  The only scar is usually hidden on the back side of the ear.  The child wears a bandage or elastic band for a few weeks after the surgery.  Contact sports are limited for a few months.

Related to This

Dr. Sutton Graham

Aesthetic Center Greenville

Dr. Graham has been performing plastic surgery since 1990. He is dedicated to providing high-quality, personalized treatment, and is affiliated with several prestigious organizations, including:
  • American Board of Plastic Surgery
  • American College of Surgeons
  • American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery
  • American Society of Plastic Surgeons

To learn more, contact us online or call our Greenville, SC, office at (864) 676-1707​.

Contact Us Today

"I am very pleased with Dr. Graham and his staff! They have been incredibly kind and helpful throughout my surgery. The post-op care has also been top notch! They always respond to my concerns right away, and I always feel well cared for, and listened to." Mary V.

Rate, Review & Explore

Social Accounts Sprite