Dr. Leigh performs the otoplasty procedure which is the correction of prominent or protruding ears. It is one of the most common plastic surgery procedures performed to correct developmental abnormalities from birth.

There are several anatomical features that can cause protrusion of the ear. The lack of development or partial development of the antihelix can be a cause as well as a deep concha (cup) of the external ear. In many patients a combination of both of these features need to be adjusted during the otoplasty. The normal distance from the edge of the helix (the ear rim) to the mastoid (the skull behind the ear" is about 1.8 cm.

The steps that Dr. Leigh performs during an otoplasty vary depending on the problems that must be corrected. The problems that will be corrected may include a deep cup of the ear (concha), a lack of development of the fold in the ear, and various cartilage abnormalities.

There is little to no pain after the first day of surgery. However, patients must wear a bandage for the first 6-7 days after the procedure to keep the gentle compression intact. For most people, discoloration and bruising is diminished approximately ten days after the otoplasty. Adults can normally return to work after approximately one week.