dent on my ear helix ?

[iwanthp]

I just realised I have a dent on my ear helix. Although my parents told me I already had that a long time ago. Though i know i didnt have a dent during primary school. So is there anyway to make it round? Or is it permanent?

[JR8]

Your first step is knowing what the condition is actually called in medical terminology.

'ear helix' = cochlea?
'dent' = ?

[iwanthp]

I don't know what its called but its not the cochlea. Its on the outer part of the ear. Erm I guess its the opposite of the earlobe or something? Here's a pic from wiki:

http://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Helix_(ear)

The most upper part of the outer ear. Where normal ppl have it in the shape of an inverted 'U' or something, whereas mine is a more jagged, imperfect curve. Sorry for my poor explanation XD

[JR8]

Ah I see!

That part of the ear is quite cartillagenous, but I expect a plastic surgeon could tidy it up.

But I'd have to ask, if you've come this far without even noticing it, is it really worth the bother?

[iwanthp]

Well.. I guess your right. Maybe I'm just thinking too much. Hahas. Thanks for your posts anyway!