Microtia Congenital Ear Deformity Institute

The Microtia-Congenital Ear Deformity Institute has evaluated thousands of children born with with microtia and atresia. Dr. Bonilla has dedicated his practice exclusively to children born with microtia and atresia. He has evaluated and surgically reconstructed microtic ears on children from all over the world.

Dr. Bonilla is a strong believer in using our own natural cartilage for ear reconstruction instead of a manufactured product. Our own living tissues have a much longer life, if reconstructions are done well.

Microtia occurs more commonly in males and on the right side (unilateral). Approximately 10% may occur on both sides (bilateral).

Microtia usually occurs as an isolated deformity although it can present itself as part of a spectrum of other deformities, either minor or major such as hemifacial microsomia, Goldenhar syndrome and Treacher-Collins syndrome. Most patients with the most severe form of microtia also lack an external auditory canal, also known as “atresia”.