Ear molding is a non-surgical and non-invasive method for correcting the shape of the ears, typically used in infants who have ear deformities. It involves using a specialized device the CranioWell System, to reshape the ear cartilage into a more natural shape and position.
Ear molding is most effective when used in the first few weeks of an infant’s life, when the ear cartilage is still soft and malleable. By using a molding device, the cartilage can be reshaped into the desired position and held in place until it hardens into the new shape.
Ear molding is a safe and effective alternative to surgical ear correction, which can be expensive, require anesthesia, and result in longer recovery times.
Ear molding is typically painless for infants and involves no downtime or recovery period. However, it’s important to note that ear molding should only be performed by licensed healthcare professionals who have received specific training on how to apply the molding device properly.
Ear Correction for Infants with Molding
Moulding medical baby ears is a non-surgical procedure that can correct ear deformities in infants. Ear molding involves using a specialized device to reshape the ear cartilage into a more natural shape and position. This technique is most effective when used within the first few weeks of an infant’s life, while the ear cartilage is still soft and malleable. The molding device holds the cartilage in the desired position until it hardens into the new shape. Ear molding is a safe and effective alternative to surgical ear correction and is typically painless for infants. However, it’s important to note that ear molding should only be performed by licensed healthcare professionals who have received specific training on how to apply the molding device properly.
During ear molding, parents can expect the following:
- Consultation: A consultation with a trained healthcare professional will be scheduled to assess the infant’s ear deformity and determine if ear molding is an appropriate treatment option.
- Molding device placement: If ear molding is recommended, the healthcare professional will place the molding device on the infant’s ear. This process typically takes only a few minutes.
- Follow-up appointments: The healthcare professional will schedule regular follow-up appointments to monitor the progress of the ear molding and make any necessary adjustments to the molding device.
- Device removal: Once the desired shape and position of the ear is achieved, the molding device will be removed. This typically occurs within a few weeks to several months.
- Monitoring: The healthcare professional will continue to monitor the infant’s ear development over time to ensure that the desired shape and position of the ear is maintained.
It’s important to note that the infant may experience some discomfort or irritation from the molding device during the ear molding process. However, this is typically mild and can be managed with over-the-counter pain relievers and regular cleanings of the ear and the molding device. It’s also important to follow the healthcare professional’s instructions for proper care and maintenance of the molding device to ensure the best possible outcome.