How Much Does Earlobe Repair Cost?

We charge about $350 to repair one split earlobe.  If the defect is more complex, the repair would cost more.  The procedure is typically done under local anesthesia.  The fee for repair of two split earlobes would be $500-$600.  

Thank you for your question.  We typically do this procedure in our office under local anesthesia.  We usually close the incision in layers to take the tension off of the incision.  This usually leads to a nicer incision line.  Please call the office for more details and the current costs.  Costs will vary from city to city.  Best to see a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon or Otolaryngologist (ENT).  They will help you make a plan to achieve your goals.
Jeffrey J. Roth, M.D., F.A.C.S.
Board Certified Plastic Surgeon
Las Vegas Plastic Surgery

Ear lobe repair cost can vary depending on severity but the average is around 600-800/ear. It can be done under local anesthesia in the office. There are some sutures that need to be removed at 10 days but otherwise it's a very well tolerated procedure. 

Earlobe repair cost will vary based on several factors such as, surgeon experience, degree of difficulty and whether one or both ears are involved. There are likely some geographical differences in cost of earlobe repair as well. For earlobe repair in Ohio patients should expect the total cost to be between $350-$750 for one ear and $600-1500 for both ears. Keep in mind this is a range of what might be expected as a total cost. RealSelf lists the average cost for “ear lobe surgery” at $1,125. I'm assuming this is the cost for bilateral earlobe repair. If you're interested in proceeding with a consultation for earlobe repair, be sure to consult with a board certified surgeon that performs a large number of earlobe repairs. I perform several earlobe repair procedures, earlobe reduction procedures and other earlobe procedure each week. Earlobe repair procedures are typically performed under local anesthesia and are typical painless.

The cost will vary from region to region and surgeon to surgeon.  There may be differences in what needs to be done.  A really large, dilated earring hole will take more time than a small tear.  I would estimate the range around $500-1500 Canadian.Rodger Shortt is a plastic surgeon in Oakville, Ontario.

The cost for earlobe repair can vary widely based on your location, and also may depend on the complexity of the repair. In general, a simple repair will cost between $400-600 per ear, and the cost per ear is often slightly less if both ears are repaired at the same time. This is a quick procedure that is usually done in the office under local anesthesia. There are subtle nuances to obtaining the best cosmetic result, so make sure to consult with a surgeon who has extensive experience in this procedure.
Best wishes,

I appreciate your question.

Cost varies by geographic location, surgeon expertise, OR time, anesthesia, length of procedure etc.  I would recommend that you see a board certified plastic surgeon in your area who specializes in aesthetic and restorative plastic surgery and who is also a member of The American Society of Plastic Surgery.  You can call their offices in advance and ask for quotes prior to scheduling consultations.

The best way to assess and give true advice would be an in-person exam.

Please see a board-certified plastic surgeon that specializes in aesthetic and restorative plastic surgery.

Best of luck!

Dr. Schwartz

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

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#RealSelfCORESurgeon

How much does this cost

Earlobe reduction usually cost between
$500 and $1500 dollars depending
upon the complexity of the correction, the surgeons experience, and city in
which the surgery is being performed. Geographic costs can be found on Real Self
or the websites for the American Society of plastic surgeons for the American
Society of aesthetic plastic surge

The cost for earlobe repair is a common question. Earlobes requiring repair can be from a variety of reasons. Some may include a torn earlobe from a pulled earring, gauged earlobes that are now unwanted, facelift surgery causing pulled earlobes, or just simply elongated from older age. Because of the variety of different causes, earlobe repair may vary in complexity. A price range would be $500-$900 per earlobe. This will vary also depending on the region of the country you are in and the surgeon's expertise. I have use some special techniques to minimize scarring and notching that can be seen if not reconstructed in experienced hands. This repair can be performed comfortably under local anesthesia to avoid any additional fees such as anesthesia fees. Earlobes can be re-pierced 6 weeks later if desired. Consult with an experienced board certified facial plastic / plastic surgeon in you area.

We charge $600 for one earlobe and $1000 for both earlobes. The cleft in the earlobe is repaired and some of the skin from the cleft is used to reline a new tract for the earrings. This allows for immediate placement of a temporary earring and rapid healing and return of use of the earring tract.

Our prices typically start at $500 and goes up depending on whether both your lobes are involved, or on the complexity of the earlobe repair. In addition some patients have a preference to be sedated, however the majority can do this under local anesthesia.