Is it possible that i can still get my ear stitched if t was torn 7 hours ago?
Answer: Yes, Easy Fix Yes. Torn earlobes are typically easy to fix with an in office procedure lasting approximately 20-30 minutes per side. It is an outpatient procedure with little to no downtime. Sutures will remain for approximately one week.
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Answer: Yes, Easy Fix Yes. Torn earlobes are typically easy to fix with an in office procedure lasting approximately 20-30 minutes per side. It is an outpatient procedure with little to no downtime. Sutures will remain for approximately one week.
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January 12, 2023
Answer: Ear lobe repair Thanks for your question, although it is a bit difficult to answer without photos. Usually you so not want to close/repair a wound that is greater than 12 hours old, as the chance if infection increases with every hour. I would recommend waiting until at least 3 months post tear, and see a board certified plastic surgeon.
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January 12, 2023
Answer: Ear lobe repair Thanks for your question, although it is a bit difficult to answer without photos. Usually you so not want to close/repair a wound that is greater than 12 hours old, as the chance if infection increases with every hour. I would recommend waiting until at least 3 months post tear, and see a board certified plastic surgeon.
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November 21, 2022
Answer: Ripped Earlobe Reapir Earlobe surgery is composed of several techniques that can either repair torn earlobes (split earlobes) or correct overly redundant earlobe tissue from piercings or genetics or stretching. Our HIDEF earlobe repair includes a recontouring of the earlobe contour using multilayered sutures to reapproximate the curvature of the earlobe; while simultaneously restoring contour to the ear. In patients with pixie ears after facelift surgery, an alternate technique is used to reduce the dependance of the earlobe on the facelift flap. Facelift surgery can reshape the earlobe and this requires restoration. Sutures are usually taken out within 10 days and the wound is repierced in 4-6 weeks thereafter. Keloid scars must be addressed in patients with known history for scarring.
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November 21, 2022
Answer: Ripped Earlobe Reapir Earlobe surgery is composed of several techniques that can either repair torn earlobes (split earlobes) or correct overly redundant earlobe tissue from piercings or genetics or stretching. Our HIDEF earlobe repair includes a recontouring of the earlobe contour using multilayered sutures to reapproximate the curvature of the earlobe; while simultaneously restoring contour to the ear. In patients with pixie ears after facelift surgery, an alternate technique is used to reduce the dependance of the earlobe on the facelift flap. Facelift surgery can reshape the earlobe and this requires restoration. Sutures are usually taken out within 10 days and the wound is repierced in 4-6 weeks thereafter. Keloid scars must be addressed in patients with known history for scarring.
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November 28, 2018
Answer: My earlobe was ripped in half, can it be fixed? Thank you for your question. The repair of the torn or stretched ear lobe is a great procedure that can restore the ear lobe to a “normal” appearance". Care must be taken during this procedure to avoid reducing the size of the ear and/or creating a notch/ depressed appearance in the area of the rim of the ear lobe. It is usually done under local anesthesia with very high patient satisfaction rates.Best wishes.
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November 28, 2018
Answer: My earlobe was ripped in half, can it be fixed? Thank you for your question. The repair of the torn or stretched ear lobe is a great procedure that can restore the ear lobe to a “normal” appearance". Care must be taken during this procedure to avoid reducing the size of the ear and/or creating a notch/ depressed appearance in the area of the rim of the ear lobe. It is usually done under local anesthesia with very high patient satisfaction rates.Best wishes.
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May 14, 2018
Answer: Repairing torn earlobes Yes, it can absolutely be fixed. It can be done weeks and even months after being torn. No reason to stress about the timing of it. I would recommend finding a board certified plastic surgeon to evaluate and repair the ear lobe. Good luck!
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May 14, 2018
Answer: Repairing torn earlobes Yes, it can absolutely be fixed. It can be done weeks and even months after being torn. No reason to stress about the timing of it. I would recommend finding a board certified plastic surgeon to evaluate and repair the ear lobe. Good luck!
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