Prominent ears bothering you? Otoplasty in Turkey is safe, affordable and produces permanent results. Everything you need to know about ear pinning surgery.
Otoplasty (Ear Pinning) in Turkey 2026: Cost, Procedure & Recovery
Prominent ears — often called "bat ears" or "sticky-out ears" — are one of the most common aesthetic concerns in both children and adults. Otoplasty is the surgical solution: a procedure that repositions and reshapes the ear cartilage to bring the ears closer to the head.
What Is Otoplasty?
Otoplasty is a surgical procedure that corrects the shape, size and position of the ears. It is one of the few aesthetic surgeries recommended for children as young as 5–6 years, once the ear has reached full development.
Op. Dr. Emine Şakalar, an ENT and Head-Neck Surgery specialist in Eskişehir, performs otoplasty with consistently high success rates.
Who Is a Candidate?
How Is the Procedure Done?
The surgery takes 1–2 hours under general anaesthesia (children) or local anaesthesia with sedation (adults):
1. A small incision is made behind the ear
2. Cartilage is reshaped and/or removed as needed
3. The ear is repositioned closer to the head
4. Special sutures lock the new position in place
5. The incision is hidden behind the ear
Recovery Timeline
| Period | What to Expect |
|--------|---------------|
| Week 1 | Protective bandage around the ears |
| Week 2 | Bandage removed; headband worn at night |
| Weeks 2–4 | Return to light social activities |
| Weeks 6–8 | Full recovery; contact sports resume |
Why Choose Turkey for Otoplasty?
Otoplasty in Western Europe typically costs €3,000–€7,000. In Turkey — specifically Eskişehir — the same procedure is significantly more affordable, without compromising on surgical quality.
Benefits of choosing Op. Dr. Emine Şakalar Clinic:
For appointments: +90 507 679 40 48 | dremineguven@gmail.com