Otoplasty
Consultations offered at our two convenient locations in Florham Park, NJ and Somerville, NJ
The ears are very prominent on either side of the head. This makes them especially easy to notice, as well as prone to injury that can alter their shape, position, or overall appearance. Otoplasty at New Jersey’s The Peer Group is ear surgery intended to address a wide range of patient concerns, whether they feel their ears draw unwanted attention due to their size and prominence, or because their ears are asymmetric, causing their head to look uneven or off-kilter.
Most facial surgery procedures focus on features more centrally located on the face, but otoplasty can play a significant role in facial aesthetics as well. The look of the ears impacts facial proportions, ratios, balance, and more. The Peer Group’s plastic surgeons understand this well, using sophisticated techniques for an outcome that positively impacts a person’s entire appearance—not just their ears.
Contact The Peer Group about otoplasty in New Jersey. Request a consultation online, or call 973-822-3000.
Procedure
In general, cosmetic ear surgery is known as otoplasty, which covers a range of procedures that can involve manipulating and repositioning the ear and its associated cartilage. In addition to overall shaping and resizing, ear surgery techniques available at The Peer Group include “elf ear” surgery to create a rounded look instead of a pointed one, “ear-pinning” to reduce the prominence of the ears, and earlobe surgery to repair tissues damaged, stretched out, or torn by heavy earrings or trauma.
Unlike many plastic surgery procedures, otoplasty is often performed on younger patients, including children aged 5 to 6 years old and up. This is understandably a big decision that should be thoroughly considered, so we will work to answer all of your questions and ensure you feel comfortable and confident in your plan.
Procedure Types
The right ear surgery for you will depend entirely on what you would like to address when it comes to the look of your ears. The best way to get started is to schedule an otoplasty consultation to discuss what bothers you and what look you would like to achieve. Our plastic surgery team can develop a plan from there, working directly with you to choose techniques for maximizing natural-looking results.
Recovery
Patients should plan to take time off from school, work, and other activities while their ears heal after the surgery. Recommended down time varies from person to person, but the resulting swelling, bruising, and discomfort can last for one to two weeks.
Since the ears are so prominent and accessible, we also recommend avoiding all contact or ball-related sports for at least three months. Injury during the recovery process can disrupt proper healing and alter the results.
After this time, the ears will have fully “settled” into their new position.
Cost
Otoplasty cost estimates will be made after determining the scope of the procedure since every patient’s approach to ear surgery will be unique. General payment and financing information is available elsewhere on our site, but discussions about specific fees are best left to the initial consultation and following conversations.
Contact
Ready for your otoplasty with New Jersey′s The Peer Group? Patients in Livingston, Morristown, the surrounding communities, and beyond can reach out today by requesting a consultation online or calling 973-822-3000.
About Dr. Isaac Starker
Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon · The Peer Group for Plastic Surgery
- Board certification
- American Board of Plastic Surgery (verify)
- Education and training
- Undergraduate: New York University, 1977, B.A
- Medical School: New York University School of Medicine, June 1981, M.D
- Residency: Montefiore Medical Center – Albert Einstein College of Medicine, July 1986 – June 1988, Plastic Surgery, Chief Resident, July 1987 – June 1988
- Fellowship: The Roosevelt Hospital, Drs. J.W. Littler and R.G. Eaton, January 1989 – December 1989, Hand Surgery
- MD, NYU School of Medicine
- Plastic surgery training, Montefiore Medical Center, Albert Einstein College of Medicine
- Doctor of Medicine, New York University School of Medicine (1981)
- Internship, General Surgery, The Roosevelt Hospital (1981–1982)
- Residency, General Surgery, The Roosevelt Hospital, Chief Resident (1982–1986)
- Hospital affiliations
- Morristown Medical Center
- Attending, Morristown Memorial Hospital, Morristown, NJ
- Attending, St. Barnabas Medical Center, Livingston, NJ
- Attending, St. Luke's/Roosevelt Emergency Department (1988–1989)
- Memberships
- American Medical Association
- Medical Society of New Jersey
- Morris County Medical Society
- American College of Surgeons
- American Society of Plastic Surgeons
- American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery
- Northeastern Society of Plastic Surgeons
- New York Regional Society of Plastic & Reconstructive Surgeons
- President, New Jersey Society of Plastic Surgeons (2005)
- President of the medical staff, Morristown Memorial Hospital (2008-2009)
- Board of Trustees, Atlantic Health System (2008-2010)
- Chief, Plastic Surgery Section, Morristown Medical Center (most recently 2014 and 2015)
- Served on his local Board of Health for many years
- Lipoplasty Society of North America (1998–2000)
- Leo M. Davidoff Society
- Beta Lambda Sigma Honor Society
- Caducean Premed Honor Society
- Secretary/Treasurer, Morristown Memorial Hospital Medical Staff (2004–2005)
- Vice President, Morristown Memorial Hospital Medical Staff (2006–2007)
- Chairman, Atlantic Health Leadership Committee (2010)
- Vice-Chairman, Department of Surgery, Morristown Medical Center (Dec. 2010 – present)
- Section Chief, Plastic Surgery, Morristown Medical Center (2014–2016)
- Member, Board of Health, Madison, NJ (1996–2007)
- Member, Executive Committee, New Jersey Society of Plastic Surgeons (1998–2007)
- President, New Jersey Society of Plastic Surgeons (2006–2007)
- Trustee, Peer Foundation for Plastic Surgery and Rehabilitation (2005-present)
- Awards
- Castle Connolly Top Doctors, Women's Health, 2024
- Top Doctors, Morris & Essex Magazine, 2025
- Top Doctors 2024: Plastic Surgery, Castle Connolly
- Top Doctor, NJ Monthly 2006-2019
- Top Doctors, Millburn-Short Hills Magazine 2016
- Castle Connolly Medical, Ltd., Top Docs NY Metro Area 2007-2012, 2016, 2019-2022
- Castle Connolly, Regional Top Doctor 2012, 2013
- NJ Savvy Living, 2006-2009
- NJ Savvy Living, New Jersey’s Best Beauty Doctor, Feb. 2010 Issue, Jan. 2011 Issue
- America’s Cosmetic Doctors, 1st Edition, 2004
- Top Doctors, Inside Jersey, A Star Ledger Magazine, 2010-2018
- Top Doctors for Women’s Health, Inside Jersey, A Star Ledger Magazine, 2015 and 2016
- Top Doctors for Cancer, Inside Jersey, A Star Ledger Magazine, 2014-2016
- Best Doctors, Inc., Best Doctors in America, Listed consecutively since 1996-2016
- Consumers’ Research Council of America, Guide to America’s Top Plastic Surgeons, 2010-2012
- Voted Best Cosmetic Surgeon, The Daily Record Reader’s Choice, 2009-2010
- 2013 Vitals Patient Choice Award
- 2014 Vitals Top 10 Doctor
- NJ Top Docs
- America’s Best Plastic Surgeons, Newsweek, 2024
- Top Doc, New Jersey Monthly magazine (1996, 1998, 2006–2018)
- Best Dr.'s In America, Northeast Region, Woodward/White (1996–1997)
- Best Dr.'s in NY Metro Area, Castle/Connolly (1999–2021)
- Best Doctors, Best Doctors, Inc. (2001–2014)
- America's Cosmetic Doctors and Dentists Consumer Guide (2003, 2006)
- Top Doctors, Inside Jersey magazine (2011–2021)
- New Jersey Best Beauty Doctor, NJSavvy Living (February 2010)
- Cum Laude, New York University
- Founder's Day Award, New York University
- Dean's List, New York University
- Glover C. Arnold Award for excellence in Surgery, New York University School of Medicine
- Certificate of Distinction as Outstanding House Officer, Leo M. Davidoff Society, Montefiore Medical Center
- NPI
- 1932175536
- Offices
- Florham Park · Somerville
