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How Much Does It Cost for Gauged Earlobe Reconstruction?

a few years ago I stretched my ears. since then I have had a change in employment and would like to have them corrected. I was wondering how much it would cost?

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16 Doctor Answers | Asked by sezleic in los angeles
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Gauged Earlobe Reconstruction Costs

The costs of this repair vary by region and the experience of the surgeon. In Portland, we charge $500 per ear for stretched earlobes as there is more complexity to this repair. I hope this helps. Have a great day. Michael Kim, MD
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How much will it cost to close my large gauge holes?

Believe it or not, this is a common question. When the military recently started awarding large "sign up" bonuses to new recruits, we had an increase in patients requesting closure of the large holes left by Gauges in the ear lobes (the military will not let you in with these in place). Due to this, I see more patients with requests to close the holes left from gauges. The procedure is done under local anesthesia and takes about 1 hour. You can expect to pay... more
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Gauge

Repair of earlobe deformities is a common request . Most of the cases are torn earlobes where a person's earring splits the edge of the lobe. Some people call this a "Pacman" deformity. This usually takes about 15 minutes to repair and the cost is around 250 per side. More complex repairs, such as required to close gauge holes would cost more depending on the complexity. In my practice I have realized that most patients requesting this repair are young men who don't have a lot of money... more

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Ear lobe Repair costs

Generally, this procedure costs $700-1200 depending on the situation. Like any other procedure, the skill and experience level of the surgeon is important and complications may arise-seek consultation with a well-trained board-certified plastic surgeon. Best wishes.
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Cost of gauged earlobe repair.

I typically would charge from $750 to $1000 for both ears with a deformity such as yours. This can be done in the office with local anethesia in about an hour.
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THE COST FOR RECONSTRUCTIVE SURGERY FOR STRETCHED OR GAUGED EARLOBES

The cost of treating a gauged or stretched ear lobe is variable and may be anywhere between $750-$1000, per earlobe. drcordoba.com Dr. Carlos Cordoba MDCM, CSPQ, FRCS, FACS Plastic & Esthetic Surgeon 4055 Ste-Catherine O. Suite 100 Montreal, QC. Canada H3Z 3J8 514-932-7667
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Gauged Earlobe Reconstruction

Some earlobes are significantly distorted and therefore require a more complex repair. Usually the cost is between $750-$900 per earlobe. Results can be very good but the earlobe will generally be smaller.  
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Gauge Ear Lobe Hole Closure

1. The procedure is done in the office 2. The Cost is around $900 depending on how complicated it is and the amount of  "reconstructing" needed to    recreate a normal shape
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Gauged earlobe repair costs $700-900 for both ears

Depending on the "severity" of the deformity the usual cost in our office ranges from $700-900. The results are usually excellent.
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Cost of repair of earlobe

Cost of earlobe repair depends on complexity, tissue quality and time, as well as where it will be performed, office or surgery center.  The prices may vary from $300 to $750.
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