How long does EarWell stay on?

How long does EarWell stay on?

The EarWell device attaches to a baby’s head with adhesive tape and is worn for two to six weeks.

Does EarWell hurt?

While otoplasty provides successful results, it’s still surgery; therefore, the possible complications and discomfort of surgery are present. However, EarWell™ is non-surgical, non-invasive, and not painful.

How do you use ear buddies?

Hold spray nozzle 10-15 centimetres from skin and apply a smooth, uniform coating of film over the entire area behind the ear and the areas that will be in contact with the splints and adhesive tapes.

Can you mold baby ears?

Ear molding is a treatment technique used during infancy to mold deformed ears into a normal shape. Ear molding has been applied to a variety of congenital ear deformities with excellent results.

Does insurance cover ear molding?

Insurance Coverage for Ear Molding Infant ear molding is covered by most all insurance companies because the ear deformity is considered a congenital deformity.

What is an EarWell used for?

The EarWell® Infant Ear Correction System This is a device that is used to correct infant ear deformities without the need of the child undergoing surgery.

Can you tape a baby’s ears back?

Taping baby’s ears back can also be problematic. Many deformities are more complex than what simple taping can fix. Taping may pin the ears back, but still lead to an abnormal shape or even cause a new deformity. We do not recommend taping as a way to correct baby ear deformities.

What causes deformed ears in babies?

Environment. Congenital ear deformities can occur when a developing baby is exposed to certain conditions in the uterus. Prenatal exposure to particular drugs, including isotretinoin (Accutane, for example), thalidomide, mycophenolate, and alcohol have been linked to the development of outer ear deformities.

Do ear buddies really work?

We reviewed the results after 2 weeks and decided to splint for a further 2 weeks to ensure the best outcome. We are really pleased with the results. Both ears have significantly improved – both with the lop and the general shape of the ear. I would definitely use again and recommend to other parents.

How long does ear buddies take to work?

In a newly born baby (once the birth coating has been cleaned off) the Adhesive Tapes usually stick for long enough – about two weeks – to ensure a perfect correction and avoid the need for future surgery.

When is it too late for EarWell?

While this is usually a successful option, it is more invasive than infant ear molding using the EarWell system and it cannot be performed until your child is approximately 7 years old. Dr. Morin offers infant ear molding using the EarWell device in NJ to correct congenitally deformed ears with a high rate of success.

What is the EarWell™ infant ear correction system?

Dr. Steve Byrd, with the team at Becon Medical, has developed the EarWell™ Infant Ear Correction System, a non-surgical procedure that predictably corrects over 90% of all infant ear deformities. This new system offers hope for thousands of parents and children with ear deformity nationwide.

What is the EarWell system?

The EarWell System consists of four basic parts: A posterior shell or cradle that fits over the ear and adheres to the skin behind the ear Using these 4 parts, the EarWell System reshapes the cartilage of the deformed ear into the desired curvature of a normal ear.

How do I find out more about EarWell?

Discover what EarWell can do for your child. Request a consultation or call us at (469) 375-3838 to schedule an appointment. You can also learn more about the EarWell System at www.beconmedical.com. Early recognition of the ear deformity ensures the greatest prospect of success.

What kind of ear deformities can be corrected without surgery?

Parents need to be alert to the sometimes subtle misshapen ears if this non-surgical approach is to be used early and successfully. Common ear deformities such as prominent ear, Stahl’s ear, cup ear, lop ear, lidding, helical compression, and conchal crus can be successfully treated with the EarWell Infant Ear Correction System.