What is the better procedure for earlobe reduction, surgical knife or laser? (Photo)

Our office repairs earlobes after a traumatic tear of earrings, gauge piercings, or after a facelift in which the earlobes are stretched. 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 multi-layered 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.

Keloids are another major reason to undergo earlobe repair if there is a keloid scar nodule that has developed in the earlobe or ear cartilage rim. We use a combination of lasers, injections, and keloid surgery.

Best,
Dr. Karamanoukian
Realself100 Surgeon

Who is a candidate

#EarlobeReduction surgery as
requested five patients who have extensively large earlobes that may be large
from family traits, aging, the use of very large earrings or plugs, or previous
facial surgery.



What type of anesthesia is used

Generally these procedures are
performed under local anesthetic and require 15 to 30 minutes depending upon
how complex the particular case is.

Method;laser, knife, scissors can all be used.  its the experience of the surgeon that matters

While surgical and laser surgery may both be options for your earlobe surgery, most experts would perform earlobe surgery using standard surgical techniques and not a laser. I hope that helps! Good luck!Dr. Harmych

The best results are typically from surgery but it looks as if you have a nice shape and size. I would see a surgeon for a cosmetic consultation and evaluate the area for a proper long term treatment plan.  Best, Dr. Emer. 

I feel that the best method for earlobe reduction is a surgical one.  In the case of the use of a laser for the procedure, the surgeon is using the laser to cut the skin and soft tissues instead of a knife.  While that seems very "advanced," there may be a disadvantage to the laser as it burns the skin and soft tissue as it cuts - potentially causing worse healing.  Whatever method you opt for, it is important that you consider a few very important things for your earlobe reduction:Choose a board certified plastic surgeon that has experience with this procedurePay close attention to wound care instructions after surgeryDo not smoke or use tobacco productsThis is a great procedure with immediate results.  I wish you the best!Dr. Gabbay