Otoplasty and Tunisie

How much does otoplasty cost in Tunisia?

The average cost of otoplasty in Tunisia is €1,700. The procedure is carried out under general anaesthetic and lasts 3 to 4 hours. The length of stay is 7 days, and the hospital stay is 1 night. The price includes the anaesthetic, the operation and the medication. The final result is visible within 7 months.

Procedure	Cost Tunisia
Otoplasty	1700 €

Did you know? Around 5% of the population has protruding or asymmetrical ears. And while in China this deformity is seen as a sign of intelligence, Westerners don’t really share this opinion.

Otoplasty, or surgery to remove protruding ears, is the procedure used to correct the unsightly appearance of the ears, whatever its origin. And to make the most of this operation, Tunisia is the destination of choice!

What is otoplasty?

Otoplasty is a relatively common cosmetic operation designed to improve the appearance of the ears. It can be performed on one or both ears (referred to asunilateral or bilateral otoplasty), whether they are protruding or simply malformed.

The surgical technique varies from patient to patient, depending on the anatomical defects observed by the surgeon. Generally speaking, the operation consists of remodelling the cartilage to enhance the ear’s natural shape. In some cases, it is also necessary to cut the cartilage to reduce the size of the ears.

By correcting ear cartilage anomalies in this way, otoplasty helps to restore facial harmony once and for all. Patients gradually regain their self-confidence, freeing themselves from a complex they may have carried with them since childhood.

For women and young girls, this operation also offers a new freedom when it comes to choosing their haircut. Many of them tend to hide their protruding ears with their hair. Following otoplasty, patients can try out new hairstyles and leave their complexes behind.

Who should undergo otoplasty?

Otoplasty is an operation for women, men and children. The problem of protruding ears is often resented by young children and teenagers, who may be subjected to a great deal of ridicule.

In adults, this malformation can also be the cause of psychological discomfort and even social stigmatisation. It is therefore to remedy this problem that many people decide to undergo cosmetic surgery in Tunisia.

There are several types of ear malformation that may require otoplasty:

• a defect in the folding of the cartilage of the anthelix (located on the upper part of the ear) ;
• helix valgus, characterised by an excessively steep angle between the auricle and the skull;
• hypertrophy of the concha (central cartilage), which projects the ear forward;
• protrusion of the lobule.

Whatever the type of malformation found, otoplasty will correct the problem to restore overall harmony between the ears and the face.

For children, it is advisable to wait until the ears have grown sufficiently, which generally occurs around the age of 6 or 7.

How much does otoplasty cost in Tunisia?

An operation in Tunisia costs between €1,400 and €1,900, which includes the surgeon’s fees, anaesthetic and consultation fees, as well as accommodation costs.

By comparison, the price of an otoplasty operation in Europe averages around €4,000. By choosing to go to Tunisia, you will save around 50%.

The different stages of the operation

The pre-operative visit

Before any surgical operation, you must have a pre-operative consultation with the surgeon.

During this visit, the surgeon will carry out a complete examination of your ears and take photographs to determine the anatomical defects to be corrected. The surgeon will then explain how the operation will be carried out and tell you about the after-effects.

In addition to the surgeon, you will also meet the anaesthetist, who will decide with you on the type of anaesthetic best suited to your situation. While adults often benefit from a simple local anaesthetic, it is quite common for children to have a general anaesthetic.

The operation

The day before and the morning of the operation, you must take a pre-operative shower using Betadine scrub antiseptic soap. Then dry yourself with a clean towel and put on clean clothes.

Otoplasty is a relatively quick operation (between 30 and 60 minutes) and is performed on an outpatient basis, so you can go straight home in the afternoon.

At the start of the operation, the surgeon begins by making an incision at the back of the ear, then removes a thin strip of skin to gain access to the cartilage. The aim of the operation is then to remodel the cartilage in order to correct the malformations, while recreating the natural contours of the ear.

After repositioning the auricle and checking the harmony of the face, the surgeon finally stitches the ear with absorbable thread and wraps it in Velpeau bandage.

Post-operative follow-up

Otoplasty is a relatively painless operation. However, your doctor may prescribe painkillers and anti-inflammatories.

After 2 or 3 days, the bandage will be replaced by an ear bandage that you will have to wear at night for 1 or 2 months. For children, it is often advisable to wear it during the day too.

If you wear glasses, you will be able to put them back on about 48 hours after the operation, while shampooing is permitted from the following day. Finally, it is advisable to limit sporting activities for at least a month.

The final result of otoplasty is generally visible between 1 and 3 months after the operation. The ears then have a very natural appearance, and the scars are virtually undetectable.

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