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Old 09-23-2009, 06:29 AM   #11
 
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As said before me! The younger the better. Even if it doesn't cover just think how you'd feel when in school moke about his ears...

pls... do it soon.

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I think you should consolt with your child before you decide to pin their ears to the back of their head. If you're going to choose this procedure, make sure it's not only what you want, but what he wants too. "But he doesn't KNOW what he wants..." Right right.

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Old 11-06-2009, 01:58 PM   #13
 
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If a child is school age and is being mocked, or the ears are really standing out (for lack of a better phrase), it should definitely be performed. You can discuss it with your child, but really should not require their consultation, as they do not have the comprehension nor cognition to grasp such a concept at a young age. If you do not do it, there will be regrets, as it will cause them emotional issues later in life.

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Old 11-06-2009, 06:22 PM   #14
 
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I agree this is something that should be addressed early rather than later. I cover my ears up with hair now but if I had this surgery as a toddler it would have saved me from that torment in school growing up.

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My son's internist recommended otoplasty for him and I am trying to decide if we should proceed. Do you think 8 is an okay age for him to be getting cosmetic surgery like this?

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Old 12-04-2009, 05:55 PM   #16
 
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Age 8 is fine ... perhaps it should have been done a year or two ago. The say with otoplasty, the earlier the better. The recommended age frame is between 5-7 y.o. Just make sure the surgeon has great (not just good) samples of work to show you. It can be a tricky surgery, and sometimes the results are less than desirable.

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Old 12-06-2009, 02:21 PM   #17
 
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Do you think 8 is an okay age for him to be getting cosmetic surgery like this?
I wouldn't consider this "cosmetic" surgery. You would be doing it for him to save him from teasing and to protect his self esteem. Think of it as correcting an abnormality, not cosmetic surgery.

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As the old saying goes, kids can be cruel. So can adults. Try to spare the child from negative remarks about his physical appearance, which can lead to larger problems (psychological issues, body image issues, emotional issues, etc.) in the future. Kids (and immature/bitter adults) can always find something to poke fun at. Why not alleviate this obvious physical problem? I am not saying all parents should go out and try to "treat" what they perceive to be physical imperfections with surgery. This is definitely a legitimate issue that can be helped.

I agree with la_angel. This is not a boob job or butt implants. This surgery can definitely help your child feel good/better about himself. I would consider it reconstructive surgery vs. sheer cosmetic surgery. Just be careful about the surgeon you choose.

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