Earlobe Repair in Virginia, Washington D.C. and Maryland.
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Enhance Appearance with Earlobe Repair Benefits
Revitalize the natural beauty of your ears with our Earlobe Repair procedure. Whether it’s age, injury, or fashion choices that have affected your earlobes, our safe and efficient method rejuvenates your look. This quick yet impactful procedure lets you return to your preferred styles and accessories with renewed confidence.
What is Earlobe Repair?
The ears play a vital role in maintaining facial symmetry and proportions. Unfortunately, the earlobe is prone to damage from injury and trauma. Damaged earlobes are quite common. While they are an inconvenience and can make a person feel insecure or self-conscious, they can be easily repaired. Earlobe repair surgery, sometimes known as earlobe reduction surgery or lobuloplasty, helps patients achieve better facial aesthetics and improves their confidence and self-esteem by repairing and reshaping the earlobes.
Expected Results after Earlobe Repair
- Correction of an elongated earlobe hole that has been stretched, torn, split, or injured
- Possible correction of abnormally shaped earlobes
- Ability to cut and style hair anyway with the confidence that earlobes will not attract unwanted attention
- Enjoy wearing any type of earring without fear that earrings will fall out
Ideal Candidate for Earlobe Repair
Good candidates for earlobe repair:
- Have stretched, torn, or damaged ear lobes
- May have been born with ear lobes that are too large or too small
- May have a large hole as a result of gauging
- May have overly elongated ear lobes or keloids
- Resist wearing heavy earrings out of fear that the earrings will fall out or further stretch the ear lobe piercing
- Resist cutting or styling their hair in a fashion that reveals their ears
Surgical Technique with Earlobe Repair Surgery
Earlobe repair is one of the most straightforward, simple, and quick procedures a plastic surgeon can perform. The procedure can take up to an hour to perform if both ears are being repaired. Torn earlobes, a split earlobe, or lobes that have been significantly stretched will require the surgeon to rearrange the soft tissue and replace the tissue that has been damaged. In the event the patient has experienced only a partial tear, our experienced surgeon will remove the damaged earlobe skin and stitch the lobe back together using small sutures. Patients can expect natural-looking earlobes with a normal size and shape once the procedure is complete.
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Cost of Earlobe Repair Surgery
The cost of earlobe repair is $1500 per ear lobe. This cost includes the fees for the facility as well as re-piercing the ear lobe.
Preparation for Earlobe Repair
Ear lobe repair can be performed on the same day as your consultation as long as our staff is informed that you would like to have the procedure done the same day. The procedure is done under local anesthesia in the office. After your cosmetic ear surgery, there are specific instructions that patients will be provided with to ensure an optimized recovery. Patients will be encouraged to refrain from any products containing aspirin for at least a week prior to the procedure. They will also need to avoid smoking and drinking alcohol for at least 48 hours before the procedure as these activities complicate the healing process. Since ear lobe repair is an outpatient surgery performed under local anesthesia patients can drive home alone.
Recovery after Earlobe Repair Surgery
Ear lobe repair is a low-pain procedure with an easy recovery period. After the surgery, the patients may either be prescribed a special ointment to use or a special brown tape to apply to their ear lobes depending on the surgical technique utilized.
In the event that patients do face any discomfort, they can use over-the-counter pain relievers to control soreness. Patients can expect swelling and bruising to disappear within a few weeks. Once it is determined that the repair has healed properly, your surgeon will then re-pierce the ears if that is what you desire.
After ear surgery, patients are advised to avoid wearing turtlenecks and placing their phones on their ears for a week. It is recommended to avoid overexposure to the sun and harsh soaps while allowing the lobes to fully heal.
In most cases, patients who undergo earlobe repair surgery do not need to take any time off work. However, they may want to schedule their procedure toward the end of the week so they can rest and recuperate during the weekend.
Risk, Safety, and Complications after Earlobe Repair Surgery
Earlobe repair surgery is a relatively low-risk surgical procedure. Your surgeon will review your medical history to ensure that it is safe for you to proceed with the treatment. During your consultation appointment, Dr. Shervin Naderi or Dr. Jessica Kulak will discuss the potential risks and complications of earlobe repair surgery in detail, as well as what to expect during the recovery process.
Possible complications after ear lobe repair surgery include:
- Infection
- Keloid formation
- Poor scar healing
- Need for revision surgery
Earlobe Repair Specialists, Dr. Shervin Naderi and Dr. Jessica Kulak
At The Naderi Center, our board-certified facial plastic surgeons — Dr. Shervin Naderi and Dr. Jessica Kulak — take great pride in providing each patient with exceptional care and natural results. Both surgeons focus exclusively on facial procedures and continuously refine their techniques using the latest advancements in aesthetic medicine.
Their meticulous surgical methods, combined with years of experience, allow them to deliver earlobe repair outcomes that look balanced, natural, and harmonious with each patient’s facial features. At The Naderi Center, specialization is key — each surgeon performs a select range of procedures in which they are highly trained and experienced. Patients interested in earlobe repair are encouraged to schedule a private consultation with Dr. Naderi or Dr. Kulak. During your appointment, your surgeon will carefully examine your earlobes, assess the extent of repair required, and discuss your motivations and goals. If you are a good candidate for the procedure, Dr. Naderi or Dr. Kulak can review before-and-after photos of real patients, explain the expected outcomes, and answer all of your questions in detail.
To learn more about earlobe repair surgery or to schedule your consultation, contact The Naderi Center in Reston, Virginia (703-481-0002) or Chevy Chase, Maryland (301-222-2020). Consultations with Dr. Naderi or Dr. Kulak are available in person or virtually. Both locations are easily accessible from throughout the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area, and our patient care coordinators can assist with travel and accommodations for out-of-town patients.
Earlobe Repair FAQs
What are the most common reasons patients undergo earlobe repair?
In many cases, patients seek out earlobe repair after they have developed a split earlobe or torn earlobes due to injury. Patients may also choose to undergo ear lobe repair if their lobes are droopy, they have stretched piercings, their earrings constantly fall out of their piercing holes, or catch on pillows or clothing which represent more than just aesthetic issues.
Is earlobe repair a good way to resolve damage from gauged piercings?
Our surgeons perform earlobe repair on many patients who have experienced earlobe damage from gauge piercings.
When can showering be resumed after earlobe repair?
Patients are permitted to shower and wash their hair the day after surgery. However, they should be careful and avoid scrubbing the surgical area. A gentle shampoo like Johnson & Johnson baby shampoo should be used for at least a week after surgery to prevent irritation.
Is there pain during and after earlobe repair?
There are very few nerves in the earlobes, making this surgery relatively low in pain. Local anesthesia is used during the procedure itself to ensure patient comfort.
How will the sun affect earlobe repair?
Extensive time in the sun may cause pigmentation of incision lines. Therefore, we recommend staying away from sun exposure for at least a week after surgery.
How can an ear infection be avoided after earlobe repair?
At The Naderi Center, our surgeons make it a top priority to use sterile equipment while conducting the surgery and provide each patient with specific after-care instructions so that they do not develop an ear infection.
Is the scar noticeable?
Since ear lobe repair involves an incision, there will be some minor scarring. The good news is that this scar tissue almost always becomes virtually unnoticeable over time.
Will I be able to wear earrings after the procedure?
After successfully recovering from earlobe repair, patients will be able to wear earrings again. However, they’ll need to re-pierce the ear, since the holes in the ears will be closed during surgery. Our surgeons typically wait a minimum of 4-6 weeks before recommending re-piercing, so to reduce the risk of earlobe damage recurring.
Can earlobe repair be paired with another plastic surgery procedure?
Yes. Many patients who undergo earlobe repair at our Reston, VA, or Chevy Chase, MD locations choose to combine the procedure with another surgery, such as a neck lift or facelift in order to enjoy complete facial rejuvenation.
Who specializes in earlobe repair surgery?
Earlobe repair surgery at The Naderi Center is performed by Dr. Shervin Naderi and Dr. Jessica Kulak, both board-certified facial plastic surgeons who specialize exclusively in cosmetic procedures of the face and neck. Their surgical precision and artistic approach ensure natural-looking, aesthetically balanced results that complement each patient’s features.
What happens during an earlobe repair consultation?
During your consultation, Dr. Naderi or Dr. Kulak will evaluate the condition of your earlobes, assess the level of repair required, and discuss your personal goals. They may also review before-and-after photos of real patients and explain the surgical process, expected outcomes, and recovery timeline in detail.
What earlobe repair office is near me?
If you live in the states of Virginia or Maryland, The Naderi Center for Plastic Surgery and Dermatology offers earlobe repair among its services. For a full list of services, please visit our Locations page.
We serve the areas of Reston, VA, Chevy Chase, MD, and Northern Virginia in general.