Anterior scoring of the upper helical cartilage as a Re finement of the chong-chet technique in otoplasty

Anterior scoring with the use of simple or dedicated instruments has been described before. The upper third of the ear easily maintains the original shape because of its memory and elasticity. Our report describes a further refinement to the Chong-Chet anterior scoring technique to correct the upper prominence of the helical radix. This refinement in combination with other standard otoplasty procedures is safe, easy, and fast, giving good and reproducible aesthetic results.