With extensive experience treating eardrum perforations across the Sydney and Forster regions, Dr Nguyen understands how these injuries can significantly impact hearing and quality of life. His surgical expertise provides effective restoration for patients whose eardrums have not healed naturally.
The eardrum (tympanic membrane) is a delicate barrier that protects the middle ear and transmits sound vibrations for hearing. When perforated, this protection is lost, leading to hearing reduction and increased infection susceptibility, particularly from water exposure during swimming or bathing.
Most small eardrum perforations heal naturally, but surgery is recommended when a perforation fails to heal after 3-6 months, hearing loss significantly impacts daily life, recurrent ear infections occur, or water exposure causes persistent problems.
Each myringoplasty is customised based on the perforation size, location, and your long-term hearing goals.
Post-operative discomfort is typically mild and is managed very effectively with our comprehensive pain control strategy. Most patients go home the same day with detailed ear care guidelines and 24/7 contact information for any urgent concerns.
Many patients notice immediate hearing improvement after surgery, though optimal results develop over 2-3 months as healing progresses and any temporary swelling resolves.
Most patients experience significant hearing improvement, though the degree of restoration depends on the perforation size and other individual ear factors. Dr Nguyen provides realistic expectations based on your specific assessment.
Myringoplasty typically takes 60-90 minutes, and most patients go home the same day.
Most patients experience minimal pain after myringoplasty, which is well-controlled with over-the-counter pain medications.
Most patients can safely return to water activities 6-8 weeks after surgery once complete healing is confirmed.
Are you dealing with persistent hearing loss, recurrent ear infections, or water activity limitations from a perforated eardrum?
Dr Nguyen's specialised microsurgical expertise in eardrum repair provides excellent outcomes for regional patients, combining advanced surgical techniques with comprehensive care designed for active lifestyles.
