Description

Ear Lobe Repair What’s the Procedure: Ear lobe repair is a minor surgical procedure done to fix split or elongated ear lobes, commonly caused by heavy earrings, trauma, or gauging. Mechanism: Under local anesthesia, the edges of the tear are freshened and sutured together. The technique varies depending on whether it’s a partial split or a full cleft. The aim is to restore the natural shape of the lobe. Indications: Split ear lobes (complete or incomplete) Elongated holes due to heavy earrings or piercing trauma Cosmetic correction for symmetry Anaesthesia Required or Not: Yes, local infiltration anesthesia is used. Painful or Not: The procedure is painless during surgery. Mild discomfort after the effect of anesthesia wears off. What to Expect from the Treatment: Quick, outpatient procedure (30–45 minutes) Stitches are removed in 7–10 days No heavy earrings for 3–4 weeks Re-piercing allowed after 6–8 weeks at a different site Who Can Do: Anyone with stretched, torn, or deformed ear lobes, regardless of age or gender. When It Can Be Done: Any time of year.