1. A surgical procedure to reshape or reconstruct the external ear or to correct ear deformities.
Usage: Medical/surgical term; Also called ear surgery or ear reshaping

Examples

• The patient underwent otoplasty to correct the prominent ears that had bothered her since childhood.
• Otoplasty is a common cosmetic procedure performed on both children and adults.
• The surgeon specialized in otoplasty and other reconstructive ear procedures.
• After the otoplasty, the patient's ears were positioned closer to the head.
• Insurance may cover otoplasty if the ear deformity affects hearing or causes medical problems.