i have both of my earlobes stretched to 7/16 of an inch. my left one is even and pretty normal but my right one is getting thin on the bottom. my goal was to go to half an inch or maybe a little more but i’m scared that my ear is gonna end up splitting. the messed up gauge is the only piercing i have done by a gun. everything else, including the left gauge, was done by me with hollow piercing needles and sterilized jewelry
December 4, 2018
Answer: Earlobe repair surgery Thank you for your question. To answer your question directly, it would be difficult to create bulk to the thinned out portion of your earlobe and still allow you to wear gauge type jewelry. As a plastic surgeon I can perform surgery to create a more natural appearing earlobe, however you would be left with small scars on it. Redoing gauge jewelry is not recommended since your reconstructed earlobe will not be as strong as your original one.
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December 4, 2018
Answer: Earlobe repair surgery Thank you for your question. To answer your question directly, it would be difficult to create bulk to the thinned out portion of your earlobe and still allow you to wear gauge type jewelry. As a plastic surgeon I can perform surgery to create a more natural appearing earlobe, however you would be left with small scars on it. Redoing gauge jewelry is not recommended since your reconstructed earlobe will not be as strong as your original one.
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April 10, 2018
Answer: Earlobe repair Yes. Your earlobes can be repaired in the office under a local anesthetic. Your lobes may end up being smaller than they were originally, but you should be able to obtain a restored nature shape to your lobes. I do not recommend placing gauges again, following repair, however. Seek consultation with a board certified plastic surgeon who has experience with ear reconstructive surgery. Good luck!
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April 10, 2018
Answer: Earlobe repair Yes. Your earlobes can be repaired in the office under a local anesthetic. Your lobes may end up being smaller than they were originally, but you should be able to obtain a restored nature shape to your lobes. I do not recommend placing gauges again, following repair, however. Seek consultation with a board certified plastic surgeon who has experience with ear reconstructive surgery. Good luck!
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