My ears are gauged approximately 18-20mm. How much will it cost to fix so them so I can get a better job? (Photo)

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Can my ears look normal and respectable again?

Raffy Karamanoukian, MD, FACS · Answer

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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Dr. Karamanoukian
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Jeffrey J. Roth, MD, FACS · Answer

Thank you for your question, and your photo.  We have been seeing quite a few of these in the office.  We can usually do this procedure in the office under local anesthesia.  The patient returns to the office a week later for suture removal.  We usually have patients wait 3 months before re-piercing.  We also ask that they pierce them 3 mm from the scar.  The costs will vary geographically.  Best to see a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon or Otolaryngologist, (ENT).  They will evaluate your individual situation, and together you will make a plan.  The individual office may have payment plans, (i.e. CareCredit, etc.).

Jeffrey J. Roth, M.D., F.A.C.S.
Board Certified Plastic Surgeon
Las Vegas Plastic Surgery

Joshua Cooper, MD, FACS · Answer

The cost for closure of stretched or "gauged" earlobes will vary depending on location and the experience of the surgeon you see.   In Seattle, the cost is between $700- $1,200/earlobe.  I perform all of these earlobe repairs under local anesthetic.  Just as important, if not more important than cost, is choosing the right surgeon to repair your earlobes. Make sure you seek out a plastic surgeon who has experience closing stretched/gauged earlobes. These repairs are different than the closure of a simple torn earlobe piercing.With a gauged earlobe, some of the excess skin must be discarded, and oftentimes skin excision must be performed in both the horizontal direction (to shorten the lobe) and the vertical direction to narrow the lobe.If this technique is not used, you run the risk of having an unnaturally long or pointy appearing earlobe.  Make sure that the plastic surgeon you meet with is not planning on simply closing these as a straight vertical line, or your earlobes will have an unnatural pointy appearance.Best of luck to you!

Steven Wallach, MD · Answer

I have treated 100's of earlobes over the years maybe even a  thousand.   I have also reduced patients ears after gauges.  The ear can look pretty normal. The fee will vary.  Probably in the neighborhood of $1000-$1500. I usually do this under local.

Regina Rodman, MD · Answer

I charge $750-$1000 to repair ear gauges.In your case this could be done easily in the office with local anesthesiaBest of luckDr Rodman

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