Many of Dr. Sadati’s patients want to look more toned naturally. When this patient from the Newport Beach area consulted with him, she was looking to see her younger self in the mirror. “My profile doesn’t look like me anymore,” she said, “and I just want my outside to match my inside.” Together, they discussed what to expect during the surgery and how her recovery might go.
Do earlobes change position after a face or neck lift?
When a face or neck lift is performed by a qualified Board Certified Plastic Surgeon, the earlobe should not change position. In some instances, if a surgeon improperly sutures the earlobe, it can result in a pulled or lowered appearance. This is often called a Pixie Ear or Spock Ear deformity. The deformity can be repaired with a reconstructive procedure, but it should not happen in the first place. Dr. Sadati recommends consulting with the original surgeon regarding the repair, but it may also be best to find a more qualified surgeon to fix the error.