A revolution for protruding ears: EARFOLD Now available at La Clinique Phénicia in Marseille, EarFold™ corrects the shape of your ears with a simple procedure that takes just a few minutes.
Explanations and objectives of the intervention:
The EarFold implants permanently correct the shape of the ears, mainly protruding ears, during a simple, quick, and non-invasive procedureThis procedure is an effective alternative to traditional surgical techniques for correcting protruding ears. EarFold TM is a innovative medical procedure .
The procedure takes 20 minutes at the Phenicia Clinic Completely sterile, this technique does not involve any postoperative effects and allows for a immediate result.
The earFold™ implant is inserted. under the skin of the ear by a small incisionOnce in place, earFold™ attaches to the ear cartilage and immediately takes on its predefined shape, recreating the antihelix fold and reduces the prominence of the cartilage fold. The incision is then closed.
The principle of earFold is to correct or accentuate the anthelix fold, the most common cause of prominent ears. EarFold implants are made of Nitinol, an alloy of nickel and from titanium which has already proven itself in the medical field. This material retains its shape over time. The implant is covered with a thin layer of 24-carat gold medical grade, which allows it to remain invisible under the skin.
Earfold implants are now emerging as an alternative to surgery for protruding ears. For patients with significant protrusion, only conventional surgical otoplasty is recommended. However, this is still a cosmetic surgery procedure which are legally authorized in France only in approved surgical facilities: All procedures performed in medical offices are prohibited.
In summary
Type of anesthesia: Local
Duration of the procedure: 20 to 30 minutes
Price: between $2,000 and $3,500 depending on the number of EarFold implants
Post-operative care: mild painkillers and slight pain may be experienced for a few days following the placement of Earfold implants.
No bandages
Earfold Implants are suitable for everyone aged 7 to 99.
