As healing progresses, the earlobe regains its natural softness and shape. Scars fade into fine, barely noticeable lines, restoring both comfort and confidence.
Whether your goal is to wear earrings again or simply to feel restored, the result should feel natural and restored — discreet and resemble your previous lobe.
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Earlobe Repair or Correction
Earlobes, though small, play a meaningful role in balance and self-expression. Over time, they may tear or stretch — from heavy earrings, accidental pulls, or the use of stretcher jewellery — leaving the lobe thin, uneven, or open. For many, this change can affect both confidence and comfort.
Earlobe repair is a refined, straightforward procedure that restores the natural contour and proportion of the ear. It can address both torn earlobes and stretched piercings, using delicate reconstructive techniques to achieve a smooth, natural result with minimal scarring.
What does the procedure involve?
The treatment is performed under local anaesthetic. Depending on the degree of stretch or the nature of the tear, the affected edges are carefully reshaped and stitched, or small local skin flaps are used to rebuild missing tissue and recreate the ear’s natural curve.
Every repair is individually planned to ensure balance, symmetry, and a seamless contour.
Treatment time
30–60 minutes (depending on complexity)
Anaesthetic
Local anaesthetic
Discomfort
Mild tenderness for 1–2 days
Wound healing
1–2 weeks
Return to work
Same or next day
Exercise
Avoid for 1 week
Re-piercing
After 3–6 months, once healing is complete
Final results
Scars soften and fade over 6–12 months, blending with the skin
Final results
FAQs
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1. What causes a split earlobe?
Split or stretched earlobes often occur from heavy earrings, accidental trauma (such as a sudden tug), or gradual thinning of the skin over time.
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2. What does the procedure involve?
The procedure is performed under local anaesthetic. Depending on the extent of damage or stretch, the affected area is carefully reshaped and sutured, or small local skin flaps are used to restore natural contour and balance.
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3. Will there be a visible scar?
A fine line usually remains but fades significantly with time, becoming almost invisible within a few months.
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4. Is it painful?
The procedure is very well tolerated under local anaesthetic. You may experience mild tenderness or tightness for a day or two afterward.
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5. Can I wear earrings again?
Yes — typically after 3–6 months, once healing is complete. Re-piercing should be placed slightly adjacent to the repaired area to protect the new scar.
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6. Is it suitable for both men and women?
Yes. Earlobe repair is common for both men and women, and the approach is always tailored to each individual’s anatomy and aesthetic goals.
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7. Can the earlobe be reshaped during repair?
Yes. For patients with stretched or elongated lobes, the shape can be refined at the same time, restoring a balanced and youthful contour.
