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Earlobe Repair
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Earlobe repair is a procedure that restores the natural appearance of damaged, torn, or stretched earlobes. At Cosmetic Surgery Associates in Bethesda, MD, our experienced team offers surgical solutions to help patients regain confidence in their appearance. Whether your earlobes have been stretched by heavy jewelry, damaged from accidents, or intentionally modified with gauges, our expert surgeons Dr. Magge, Dr. Richards, and Dr. Jabs can repair them with precision and care.
What is Earlobe Repair?
Earlobe repair is a minor surgical procedure designed to correct and restore the shape of earlobes that have been torn, stretched, or damaged. This outpatient cosmetic procedure involves removing damaged tissue and reshaping the stretched or torn earlobe to achieve your desired look.
Common Causes for Earlobe Repair
Heavy Earrings
The constant pull from large or heavy earrings can gradually stretch the earlobes or cause them to tear over time.
Gauges or Plugs
Intentional stretching with gauges or plugs creates significant enlargement of the earlobe, which many patients wish to reverse for personal or professional reasons.
Trauma or Accidents
A sudden pull on an earring can tear the earlobe completely, requiring immediate repair of the split earlobe or torn earlobes.
Aging and Thinning Skin
As we age, the skin on the earlobes can become thinner and more prone to tearing or sagging, especially around pierced areas.
The Earlobe Repair Procedure
Earlobe repair is typically performed under local anesthesia and takes about 30 to 60 minutes, depending on the complexity.
During your consultation, your surgeon will assess the condition of your earlobes, discuss your goals, and recommend the best approach. On the day of the ear lobe repair surgery, the damaged or stretched tissue is carefully removed, and the healthy tissue is sutured together to restore the earlobe’s natural shape. Recovery after earlobe surgery is usually quick, with most patients resuming normal activities immediately. Stitches are typically removed within seven to ten days of the plastic surgery. Final results from earlobe repair procedures include a restored, natural-looking earlobe, with the option to re-pierce the ear and wear earrings after six to eight weeks of healing.
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View GalleryRepairing Stretched Earlobes from Gauges
Many patients seek earlobe repair to reverse the effects of gauges. This process involves removing the stretched skin and reshaping the earlobe to restore its original appearance. Depending on the extent of the stretching, some patients may require more than one procedure to achieve their desired results.
Earlobe Repair Surgery vs. Otoplasty
Earlobe repair and otoplasty address different concerns. Earlobe repair focuses on fixing damage to the earlobes, such as tears, stretched lobes, or enlarged piercings. Otoplasty, on the other hand, is a more comprehensive surgery aimed at reshaping or repositioning the ears, often used to correct prominent or misshapen ears. If your concern is limited to the appearance or damage of the earlobe, earlobe repair is the right choice. However, if you are looking to reshape or reposition the entire ear, otoplasty might be the recommended procedure.
Schedule a Consultation
If you are ready to restore your earlobes or have any questions about the procedure, schedule a consultation with our team at Cosmetic Surgery Associates in Bethesda, MD. Call our office today or fill out our online contact form and we will get back to you shortly.
Our Plastic Surgery Associates team includes Dr. Franklin Richards, Dr. A. Dean Jabs, and Dr. Keshav Magge. Each of our plastic surgeons is board-certified, and together they have over 60 years of combined experience. Drs. Richards, Jabs, and Magge are all highly qualified in procedures for the face, breast, and body, and pride themselves in providing excellent results through our state-of-the-art, Quad A certified operating centers