How much would it cost to repair my earlobe? Can I keep my gauges after surgery? (Photo)

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Hello, I have gauged my earlobes and my left ear lobe completely split in two. I read that this procedure is considered elective surgery and I would like to get a quote on how much repairing the one earlobe would be. I would also like to know if I can keep my gauges after surgery. Please advise and thank you for the time.

Zoran Potparic, MD · Answer

Based on this photo, you may need more than an average earlobe repair. Depending of the area and experience of the surgeon, you may be looking at $1500-2500 range. Good luck.

Irena Karanetz, MD · Answer

Hi,
Thank you for the question and the photo.
Torn earlobe repair surgery can be easily performed at the office under local anesthesia. The procedure usually takes less than 1 hour and there is minimal discomfort afterwards.
The price varies but typically is $700-800 per earlobe. 
I suggest that you seek an in person consultation with a Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon to further discuss your options, specific techniques, concerns and expectations. 
I hope this helps.Best regards, Dr. Karanetz
Dr. Irena KaranetzBreast Fellowship-TrainedBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon

Julia Spears, MD · Answer

Hello. Earlobe repair can be done in the Surgeons office under local anesthesia. The price varies but is usually around $600 per earlobe. The earlobe will be repaired completely. If you wish to wear earrings or gauges again after the repair is fully healed you will have to have them re-pierced. 
Best of Luck!
Dr. Julia Spears MD

J. Jason Wendel, MD, FACS · Answer

Thank you for your question about the cost of an earlobe reduction.

Realself provides data for the average cost of this procedure and others for your specific geographic area. Cost can vary significantly depending on where you live, as well as different surgeon’s fee, anesthesia fee and facility fee.

To be sure, see two or more experienced, licensed and board-certified providers in your area for a complete evaluation to make sure you are a good candidate and that it is safe for you to have treatment.

I hope this helps.

Raffy Karamanoukian, MD, FACS · Answer

Earlobe repair is a common procedure in our plastic surgery office. I employ a technique that involves removing the excess scar tissue and reapproximating the tissue planes in multiple layers to recontour the earlobe after gauges, torn earlobes, or stretched out earlobes. Sometimes, the same procedure is used to restore contour to a pixie ear after facelift surgery or facial surgery. Gauge correction is a popular treatment. Insurance typically does not cover the procedure in California, but it all depends on your insurance policy. Costs are typically between six hundred dollars and one thousand dollars depending on the complexity of the repair. Pixie ear repair involves correction of the facelift flap and is a more complex procedure that requires anesthesia. Aftercare for earlobe repair involves proper wound care, Plato’s Scar Serum at least twice daily, with repiercing of the earlobe if requested, in 6 weeks. It is best to have a plastic surgeon perform the procedure and help with scars in the post-procedure period. Plato’s Scar Serum, wound care, and Neosporin are used.

Best,
Dr. Karamanoukian

Best, 
Dr. Karamanoukian

Timothy Osborn, MD · Answer

You are correct that this would be a cosmetic surgery. You will find different price ranges, but our quote for this would be $2,500. There is more to resolving this issue than just reconnecting the two lobe parts. The bottom portion of the ear is no longer connected to the face where it should be, and that is a crucial stabilizing feature. Part of the ear tissue will need to be removed as well. This procedure needs to be done correctly, or you risk ripping your earlobe open again. As for the gauges, you would need to wait till the lobe is fully healed to put them in, and I would recommend going down a size to be on the safe side.

David K. Isaacs, MD, FACS · Answer

Earlobe surgery is delicate and I’ve developed and pioneered the Modern Earlobe Lift.

You may be able to keep your earlobe gauged but this would be determined after an in-person evaluation.

Ronald J. Edelson, MD · Answer

It’s an easy fix. Should not be more than $1,000 all inclusive. Make sure you go to someone who does these routinely

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