how can I promote local feather growth (around ear),

[chata]

I inherited a white cockatiel about ten days ago, with feathers severely plucked by its ex companion. Some are growing back gangbusters on the breast, a few around the face, but an area the size of a nickel all around its ears is virtually bald...do the white stripes on its skin indicate where feathers will grow back? Is there any ointment (aquaphor?) one can apply to promote feather growth in a specific area? I am feeding it calcium, vitamins etcetera
please advise...

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[Candice]

I'm sorry I can't give you any advise.. but I am sure one of the mod or admin will move this to the appropriate forum so that someone can help you soon.

[Stacey32]

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[Kevin]

Best bet is ask your question in here or on the cockatiel board.