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Earlobe Repair At a Glance
Cost
$850-$1,700+
Anesthesia
Local
On-Op Length
45 minutes-1 hour
Recovery
1 week
Earlobe repair surgery offers an effective solution for those who have a torn or split earlobe due to heavy earrings, sudden trauma, or gauges. A torn earlobe can be painful or distressing– Dr. Kayastha can reconstruct the earlobe to reduce mental and physical discomfort.
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What is Earlobe Repair?
Earlobe naturally elongates over time, but extended use of heavy earrings or sudden trauma can amplify this, leading to a stretched appearance. Earlobe repair surgery aims to correct this by removing excess skin and repositioning the remaining skin to mimic the natural curve of the ear pre-stretch.
Who is a Good Candidate for Earlobe Repair?
Patients with earlobes that have stretched naturally, have been gauged, or are suddenly injured should consider earlobe repair surgery. Earlobe repair surgery is a low-risk operation, making it safe for nearly any candidate, however, patients considering earlobe repair surgery should still be in good health and nonsmokers to avoid lengthy recoveries or complications.
To determine if earlobe surgery is right for you, a consultation with Dr. Kayastha is needed.
Customize Your Earlobe Repair
Earlobe repair is performed in the office with local anesthesia. The techniques used will depend on the extent of earlobe repair required. In some cases, excess drooping tissue can be removed to reshape the earlobe. In the case of a torn earlobe, the two ends can be brought together and stitched.
Earlobe Repair
CUSTOMIZATION
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Split Earlobe Correction
To repair a split earlobe, the areas to be excised are first marked followed by local anesthesia. The marked area is then removed via surgical scalpel, and the remaining lobe is repaired with suturing.
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Stretched Earlobe Correction
Stretched earlobe repair is common for individuals who have had gauged earlobes. During this procedure, a topical anesthetic is administered, stretched skin is removed, and the remaining skin is then reconstructed to restore the earlobe to a more natural shape.
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Earlobe Trauma Correction
Depending on the damage done to the earlobe due to trauma, Dr. Kayastha may employ an array of surgical techniques to restore the earlobe to a more natural appearance. This may include a combination of split and stretched earlobe techniques.
Earlobe Repair Results
Following earlobe repair, patients often notice decreased discomfort around their ears and a natural appearance to the new shape. Once fully healed, patients can choose to have their new earlobes re-pierced after about 3 months.
Recovering from Earlobe Repair
Because earlobe repair is a very minor procedure, there is little to no downtime– full recovery will only take a few days to a week. During this short time, patients can expect very minor discomfort and swelling that should diminish in the next few days. Most patients can return to work the following day but should continue to sleep in an elevated position for one week.
Earlobe repair boasts little to no downtime, so patients can return to their normal activities as soon as possible.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does earlobe repair take to heal?
Can earlobes be made smaller?
Does earlobe repair surgery hurt?
Will a split earlobe repair itself?
How much does it cost to repair a torn earlobe?
What can I expect after earlobe surgery?
How can I close my ear hole naturally?
Who can fix a torn earlobe?
How do you fix a torn earlobe?
Can earring holes be repaired?
Does insurance pay for earlobe repair?
Will I have a scar? What kind of scar will I have?
How much does an earlobe repair cost in Albany, NY?
Schedule a Consultation
The best way to explore your options and get an accurate price estimate is to schedule a consultation with Dr. Kayastha. Fill our the form or give us a call at (518) 674-9060 to start your journey.
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