Price to fix a torn earlobe?

Hello, typically we charge between 400-600$. $400 for one lobe, $600 for both. Remember price is not everything...Good luck. 

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.

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Ear Lobe surgery cost varies significantly for a number of good reasons: Prices vary greatly because the surgery itself encompasses a wide range of techniques that can be performed to different extents. My recommendation is to first find the most qualified surgeons where you want the surgery performed that are board certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery or Facial Plastic Surgeon you trust, then compare prices between them. See the below link on suggestions on how to find the most qualified plastic surgeon for your procedure. General Factors that influence the price of plastic surgery include:1. Location - Most procedures will be performed in a doctor’s office where costs can be contained. If not will it be performed in a hospital or an independent out- patient facility? Geographical location also has a significant influence. RealSelf has average charges for most areas of the USA.2. Type of Anesthesia – local anesthesia is typical and less costly. If IV sedation or General Anesthesia is used: Will a board certified anesthesiologist, nurse anesthetist, or an RN be used? 3. Experience and training of your surgeon. The best and longest trained is most often a plastic surgeon board certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery 4. Length and Complexity of Surgery - how difficult will your surgery be and how long it will take, etc. #earlobesurgery#earloberepair#earloberepaircost

Hello, I think you will find that earlobe repair costs in the range of $350-400, although the price will vary depending on the region and surgeon, as well as the complexity of the repair.

The price for repairing a torn earlobe can vary depending on the surgeon performing the repair, as well as the complexity and severity of the repair.  In most cases this can be done in an office setting, done under local anesthesia. 

Generally speaking, torn earlobes cost between a few hundred and a thousand dollars to repair. This is usually done in the office setting under local anesthesia.

Earlobe repair is a very common procedure. Frequently, we have patients who will have the procedure done the same day as the consultation. Typically, the cost is between $450-850 per earlobe, depending on the severity and the length of the procedure. The length of time the ears have been gauged should have no effect on the procedure. As long as the tissue is no longer irritated or inflamed, there is no reason not to give it a try. Gauged ears are sometimes more difficult than some other earlobe repairs since the tissue is so over stretched, but we are still able to create a natural looking earlobe. You can get your ear re pierced about 6 weeks after and should be included in the pricing.

In my practice, I typically repair several of these each week.  It is a relatively straightforward procedure that can be performed in an office setting.  Price truly varies depending upon complexity of the repair and patient need.  Many doctors offer free consultations.Best of luck!

We commonly see patients whose pierced ears have developed an enlarged opening. When an earring is inserted, the hole opens, dangles, and is visible. Sometimes the skin pulls through, creating a cleft. Most of these patients are women, and the repair is a fairly simple office procedure.   Costs average under $300 per earlobe.                 But we also see earlobes that have been 'gauged', and the holes get quite large with the jewelry. Most of these patients are men, and decide their 'gauging days' are over so request a repair to close the defect. This surgery can be a bit more challenging, is usually a local office procedure, and costs may be $600-800.  In both cases the final result typically heals nicely and is improved. 

I perform over 50 earlobe repairs annually. The procedure is performed under local anesthesia (injection of lidocaine) and takes about twenty minutes per earlobe. Laughing gas (nitrous oxide) is available for $50. We can repierce your ears at the same time for $25 per piercing.