Otoplasty in Salzburg & Tullnerfeld with Dr. Matthias Spiegl

Gentle ear correction (otoplasty) for a harmonious and natural facial appearance

Why have your ears pinned back?

Protruding ears are among the most common aesthetic features in the facial area – both in children and adults. Many individuals find their ears bothersome or disproportionately prominent.
A surgical ear pinning (otoplasty) can provide a permanent solution and significantly harmonize the facial appearance. The goal is always a natural, balanced result that fits harmoniously into the individual facial anatomy.

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• The otoplasty procedure
• Consultation & appointment scheduling
• Process and healing phase after ear pinning
• Advantages of otoplasty with Dr. Spiegl
• Costs for pinning back your ears
• Dr. Spiegl – Your specialist for aesthetic facial surgery
• Frequently asked questions about ear pinning (otoplasty) – FAQ

The otoplasty procedure

During ear pinning, the auricles are surgically shaped so that they lie closer to the head and appear symmetrical. Depending on the individual anatomical situation, cartilage is modeled, reduced, or fixed to achieve the desired position. Sometimes a reduction of the auricle and folding are also necessary to achieve a perfect result.
The procedure is usually performed on an outpatient basis under short general anesthesia or local anesthesia (for minor findings) and takes about 1 to 1.5 hours.
The sutures are removed after approx. 12 days, and the fine scars run inconspicuously behind the ear.

Consultation & appointment scheduling

If you are interested in an otoplasty, you are welcome to arrange a consultation appointment with Dr. Spiegl. During your first appointment, questions will be answered without any time pressure, comprehensive advice will be provided, and photo documentation will be prepared. You should definitely bring all available medical reports from your medical history.

If you decide to have the surgery with Dr. Spiegl after receiving the cost estimate, a date for the operation will be agreed upon together. In this regard, it is important to know that in Austria, by law, two weeks must pass between the informative consultation and the surgical consent.

Process and healing phase after ear pinning

Surgery details

• Duration of surgery: approx. 1–1.5 hours
• Anesthesia: general anesthesia, local, or twilight sedation upon request
• Type of procedure: outpatient
• Suction drains: not required

Healing phase

• Fit for work / school: after approx. 5–7 days
• Sports / physical exertion: after approx. 3 weeks
• Wearing a headband: for 2–3 weeks (for stabilization)
• Final result: visible after approx. 2–3 months

In the first few days, slight swelling or pressure sensitivity is normal. Wearing a soft headband for approx. 3 weeks protects the new ear position during healing.

Advantages of otoplasty with Dr. Spiegl

• Permanent correction of protruding ears
• More harmonious facial proportions
• Symmetrical and natural-looking ear shape
• Outpatient surgery with short downtime
• Barely visible scars behind the ear

Costs for pinning back your ears

The price for a bilateral otoplasty starts **from €3,500**, depending on the individual findings and the chosen anesthesia method.
In a personal consultation, the surgical plan, costs, healing process, and possible alternatives will be discussed transparently.

Dr. Spiegl – Your specialist for aesthetic facial surgery

Dr. Matthias Spiegl is a specialist in Plastic, Reconstructive, and Aesthetic Surgery with practices in Salzburg and Tullnerfeld. He has many years of experience in aesthetic and reconstructive facial surgery and specializes in fine-precision procedures on the ears, nose, and eyelids. Following his highly specialized international training with residencies in England, Switzerland, and Scotland, he settled in Salzburg and Tulln. His specialization includes, among others, aesthetic facial surgery, which he performs to a high standard, conscientiously and without compromise.

As an additional qualification, Dr. Spiegl completed the European Board Exam in 2018 and is entitled to call himself a “Fellow of the European Board of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery” (FEBOPRAS). This additional qualification is rare, especially in Austria, and further distinguishes him as an expert in cosmetic surgery. Dr. Spiegl is a member of numerous national and international professional societies, which serves as an additional quality feature:

• International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ISAPS)
• Austrian Society for Plastic, Aesthetic and Reconstructive Surgery
• Swiss Society for Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery
• Fellow of the European Board of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery
• General Medical Council (United Kingdom)
• Fellow of the American College of Surgeons (FACS)

Frequently asked questions about ear pinning (otoplasty) – FAQ

At what age can ears be pinned back?

The procedure can be performed on children from around 5–6 years of age – i.e., when ear growth is largely complete. In adults, the surgery is possible at any time.

Is ear pinning painful?

Thanks to local anesthesia, the procedure is painless. In the first few days after the surgery, there may be a slight feeling of pressure or pulling.

Will scars remain visible?

The incisions are located behind the auricle and are barely perceptible after healing.

How long must the headband be worn?

To stabilize the new ear shape, the headband should be worn for about two to three weeks – especially at night.