What is Microtia?
Microtia is a congenital ear deformity that causes small and improperly formed ears. Because of the moderate to severe conductive hearing loss, some speech delay may occur in children. The great news is that a highly-skilled surgeon like Dr. Bonilla, with 30 years of experience, can help children with microtia by reconstructing their ears and improving their hearing loss so that they may lead full, healthy lives.
This is the most common type of microtia called Microtia Grade 3 with Aural Atresia
ONE-STAGE MICROTIA RECONSTRUCTION Grade 2 Microtia
ADVANTAGES OF THE NATURAL CARTILAGE TECHNIQUE
- 99% of world microtia surgeons prefer this technique
- Made of cartilage like the natural ear (not plastic)
- No chance of fracture nor rejection like a Medpor ear
- Will grow with the patient because it is natural
Dr. Bonilla: Microtia Expert & World-Renowned Pioneer World's Only Exclusive Pediatric Microtia Surgeon
For microtia patients, nothing replaces the ear like our own living cartilage. Dr. Bonilla exclusively uses this technique in his pediatric microtia patients.
Dr. Arturo Bonilla, with 30 years of experience, has developed techniques that achieve excellent outcomes for children with microtia and atresia.
Letters From
Dr. Bonilla's Patients
Reading the letters written by our children with microtia makes our team feel appreciated and grateful. These letters are so heartwarming and fun to read, we save all of them. We are honored to care for so many children with microtia and atresia worldwide from our San Antonio pediatric microtia surgery office.
A Year in the Life Dr. Bonilla's Annual Video
The pure joy our patients show after successful treatment always puts smiles on our faces. Watch one of our annual patient compilations to see the children who have undergone Dr. Bonilla's microtia treatment.
Exclusive Pediatric Microtia Clinic! Caring For Patients Worldwide
As your child's surgeon, Dr. Bonilla will use existing rib cartilage to perform his advanced microtia repair technique. Ear reconstruction with rib cartilage provides a natural look, feel, and bend for your child's ear.
Dr. Bonilla's Passion Has Always Been Helping Children With Microtia!
Dr. Bonilla's advanced technology and techniques are why so many parents pick him for their children's life-changing treatment. His natural cartilage method, in comparison to the plastic polyethylene alternative, requires shorter surgery times, less anesthesia, and will not break since it uses living tissue. Other examples of Dr. Bonilla's innovative methods include contact laser technology, which minimizes discomfort.
We know that parents may feel undue guilt when their child has microtia. This diagnosis is by no means your fault, and you can feel comfort in knowing that we can help. In addition to our technological advancements aiding us in providing elite care, they also help keep costs down. At the Microtia - Congenital Ear Deformity Institute, we can make arrangements with most insurance companies to make your child's treatment as affordable as possible. For compassionate, world-class care from a physician who prioritizes you and your child's well-being at all times, call or contact us today.
(210) 477-3277
Dr. Bonilla Has Nearly 30 Years of Experience as an Exclusive Pediatric Microtia Surgeon
Dr. Bonilla has dedicated his entire career of over nearly 30 years to exclusively taking care of thousands of children born with microtia and atresia. His unique surgical techniques and caring approach have led to global recognition as the leading pediatric microtia surgeon who utilizes children's own natural cartilage.
Your Child May Qualify
for Life-Changing Microtia Surgery
During a consultation with Dr. Bonilla, he will examine your child's ear and determine if they're a candidate for microtia surgery at our San Antonio office. If they are, our doctor will provide you with thorough pre- and post-operative instructions. If you are traveling a great distance to our San Antonio office, we can help make hotel arrangements for you. Call us if you have questions.
Families from around the globe come to San Antonio to seek treatment with Dr. Bonilla and his advanced natural cartilage techniques.
Patient Resources
It is important to us that patients, parents, and loved ones are fully informed regarding microtia and the treatment they will receive at Dr. Bonilla's Congenital Ear Institute in San Antonio, Texas. Here are some resources that can illuminate microtia and our life-changing treatment:
Major Media Recognition
Dr. Bonilla's work has been featured by many globally recognized outlets, including CNN, Fox News, CBS, ABC, NBC, Univision, and Telemundo. This is just one of the many stories highlighting his outstanding microtia treatment.
Dr. Bonilla is the only exclusive pediatric microtia surgeon in the world. He has nearly 3 decades of experience having completed thousands of microtia surgeries in children worldwide.
