Can a detached earlobe become a attached earlobe or make the earlobe smaller?

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Raffy Karamanoukian, MD, FACS · Answer

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 multilayered 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.

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Tom J. Pousti, MD · Answer

Best to submit photographs with your next post but generally speaking, there are a variety of techniques available to improve the aesthetics of ear lobes. Best wishes.

Dallas Buchanan, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question. Without pictures or an exam, it can be hard to answer your question in particular. But broadly speaking, yes, there are many surgical options to repair earlobe deformity. See a board certified plastic surgeon in your area for an exam and to discuss options. Good luck!

Garrett A. Wirth, MD, MS, FACS · Answer

Surgery for the earlobe can be a cosmetic of reconstructive plastic surgery procedure performed to restore or revise the appearance of earlobes (one or both)  This is done for earlobes that have been injured or stretch due to ear tearing, trauma, or piercing, including the insertion of ear gauges (or can be done, as you asked, to simply change the appearance). This can also be called earlobe reconstructive surgery or split earlobe repair.  If it is done for cosmetic reasons, it will not be covered by insurance.

Tariq Ahmad, MBBChir, FRCS(Plast) · Answer

It is certainly possible to make a detached ear attached; there are a variety of methods to reduce earlobe size but for both options it would be important that you are seen by a plastic surgeon  experienced in ear profile surgery to make sure you achieve the best possible and natural looking aesthetic outcome.

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Can a detached earlobe become a attached earlobe or make the earlobe smaller?

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