The term “Oto-aesthetics” is term that highlights the role of the external ear in the overall facial aesthetics of the human face. Feasibly, its aesthetic significance is valued by those who suffer from conditions like Macrotia and Prominauris. A seventy-two-year-old patient reported for complete denture rehabilitation. The most prominent feature of his face was Macrotia (average length – 83.2 mm and average width – 44.2 mm) and prominauris. Since the size of the ear was rare and unique, a review of literature was conducted, and evidence-based facts of Oto-aesthetics were compiled. Measurements of both ears were recorded clinically as well as on a model of both ears that was prepared after making impressions of both ears. The aesthetic value of the human ear has been discussed in terms of its size, position, projection from the cranium, color, orientation, and relations between surface anatomy landmarks. A complete denture prosthesis was prepared using conventional dental procedures.
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