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after how long after can i get my second piercing on the lobe? thank you
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7410anon
in fresno
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Otoplasty and piercings
Hi,
If your otoplasty is healing well and has no complications, or infections, it will be safe to have the ear lobe pierced about two weeks after your surgery.
There is really no time restriction on this, however, it would be best to wait for the incisions to appear more healed before proceeding.
Dr. Torkian
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When Can Earlobes be Re-Pierced?
When Can Earlobes be Re-Pierced?
I suggest six weeks after the earlobe repair provided there were no complications such as suture reaction or infection.
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Ear piercing should generally be safe by 6 weeks after ear pinning surgery (otoplasty)
Ear piercing should generally be safe by 6 weeks after ear pinning surgery (otoplasty) but you should discuss this with your surgeon.
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When to pierce ears after otoplasty
As long as you are healing and recovery without complications, it is acceptable to have ear piercing performed one month after your otoplasty.
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Otoplasty and ear piercing
Adding another piercing to the earlobe after otoplasty could probably be done as soon as a couple weeks after surgery. Never, ever pierce the cartilage portions of the ears, however. Never!
Also, you might want to let your surgeon pierce your earlobe rather than the pimply-faced kid at the mall, just to be safe. ;-)
Good luck,
--DCP
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Otoplasty and ear piercing
There is no definitive time frame on when to pierce the ear lobe after otoplasty. Ideally at one of your follow up visits, have your surgeon do it for you. I have done this at the same time as the procedure with no problems. Best regards. Dr D
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