Most parents are worried that their child will be traumatised by teasing at school. Prominent ears can be seen as “different”. If there has been teasing Medicare will allow a rebate of approximately $600 but please note that this does not apply after the age of 18.

The ears are 85% grown by the age of 5 so I suggest it is best to wait until this time. Kids also need to be able to wear a head bandage for 1 week and be able to tolerate the removal of this bandage in the office.