How much does cost to repair earlobes after stretching?

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I stretched my ears many years ago and am now looking to have them repaired. How much does this procedure cost?

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

Larry S. Nichter, MD, MS, FACS · Answer

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

Jed H. Horowitz, MD, FACS · Answer

How much does this cost?

Earlobe reduction usually cost
between  $500 and $1500 dollars depending
upon the complexity of the correction, the surgeons experience, and city in
which the surgery is being performed. Geographic costs can be found on Real Self
or the websites for the American Society of plastic surgeons for the American
Society of aesthetic plastic surgery

Hannah Vargas, MD · Answer

The cost can vary, but you can expect $500-$700 for the repair of gauged ears.  Gauged ears are more challenging to aesthetically correct than regular earring holes and the cost will depend on the difficulty of the procedure.

Joshua Cooper, MD, FACS · Answer

The cost to repair stretched or "gauged" earlobes varies from location to location and also may depend on how experienced the plastic surgeon is at repairing these types of earlobes.Additionally, some stretched earlobes leave earlobes that are very thinned out, whereas others have only a small opening in the earlobe that needs to be repaired.Even more important to you than the cost is what sort of results you can expect after the repair.Definitely meet with a board certified plastic surgeon who has experience repairing stretched earlobes because the technique differs from the repair of a simple split earlobe piercing.Our cost ranges from $600-$1,100 per earlobe for stretched/gauged earlobes depending on how long the repair will take. All of our earlobe repairs are performed in our procedure room using a local anesthetic with patients awake.Recovery is fairly quick, and our patients can count on a great shape to their reconstructed earlobes. Best of luck to you!

Elliot M. Heller, MD · Answer

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.You may be able to find a doctor who will do this under insurance but i am not aware of any.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. Shop around in your area and see if you can find a plastic surgeon in your budget

Brian K. Reedy, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question.Typically this procedure will cost anywhere between $ 800.00 and $1100.00 dollars.Make sure your see a board certified plastic surgeon to evaluate & treat.Hope this helps

Matthew Elias, DO, FAAD · Answer

Thank you for your question.  Ear lobe repair cost will vary by location.  I would suspect in Sydney it will be higher than in other areas of Australia.  It is best to consult with a local Dermatologist to gauge pricing in your market.  Regards, Dr. Matt Elias

Morgan E. Norris, III, MD, FACS · Answer

Having a
torn/stretched earlobe is a pretty common occurrence.This is a minor procedure that can be
performed in the office under local anesthesia.The procedure is about 1 hour in length from start to finish. The fees for this procedure for
both ears is range between $750 and $950 depending on if you need repair to one or both earlobes. Best wishes!

Sunny Park, MD, MPH · Answer

The cost of any cosmetic or reconstructive surgery will depend on various factors including, where you live (location), the difficulty of the surgery, the surgeon, etc.  Without a photo, it is difficult to judge how complex the surgery might be.  I recommend that you seek a board certified facial plastic or plastic surgeon in your area and make sure he/she is familiar with reconstructing the ear/earlobe.

How much does cost to repair earlobes after stretching?

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