Hi, I am a 22 year old female. My left ear is damaged in 2 areas. 1. The earlobe is torn. About 6 months ago an earring ripped through the lobe piercing hole. See attached photos. What kind of surgery/ treatment can get my ear lobe looking normal again? 2. About 7 years ago I had a Cartledge piecing that got infected. Now I has a white scar that sticks out. How can this be fixed? Thank you!
Answer: Earlobe damage It is very common to repair torn earlobes due to earrings. The procedure is relatively simple and can be done in the office. For some reason, I did not see the attached pictures you mentioned, but it sounds as if the other issue with your ear could simply be repaired as well.
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Answer: Earlobe damage It is very common to repair torn earlobes due to earrings. The procedure is relatively simple and can be done in the office. For some reason, I did not see the attached pictures you mentioned, but it sounds as if the other issue with your ear could simply be repaired as well.
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Answer: Torn earlobe repair Yes, it is possible to fix a torn earlobe. The procedure is typically performed in your surgeon’s office under local anesthetic. For hypertrophic scarring of your infected piercing, this may also be repaired at the same time. Please seek the expertise of a board certified plastic surgeon experienced in cosmetic ear surgery.
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Answer: Torn earlobe repair Yes, it is possible to fix a torn earlobe. The procedure is typically performed in your surgeon’s office under local anesthetic. For hypertrophic scarring of your infected piercing, this may also be repaired at the same time. Please seek the expertise of a board certified plastic surgeon experienced in cosmetic ear surgery.
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November 8, 2023
Answer: Earlobe Repair 1) Torn Earlobe: If your earlobe has been torn due to a ripped earring, it can often be repaired through a surgical earlobe repair. During this surgery, the surgeon will carefully reposition the tissue and suture the earlobe to achieve a more natural appearance. The scar from the initial tear can be minimized, and the earlobe can be restored to its normal shape.
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November 8, 2023
Answer: Earlobe Repair 1) Torn Earlobe: If your earlobe has been torn due to a ripped earring, it can often be repaired through a surgical earlobe repair. During this surgery, the surgeon will carefully reposition the tissue and suture the earlobe to achieve a more natural appearance. The scar from the initial tear can be minimized, and the earlobe can be restored to its normal shape.
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September 20, 2023
Answer: Torn Earlobe and Earlobe Scar Repair Thank you for your question. These sound like issues that can be addressed. We typically do this procedure in our office under local anesthesia. We usually close the incision in layers to take the tension off of the incision. This usually leads to a nicer incision line. Please call the office for more details and the current costs. Costs will typically depend on the complexity, and how much time, the procedure will take. Costs will vary from city to city. We usually have our patients wait 3 months before re-piercing the earlobe, and 3 mm from the repair. Best to see a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon or Otolaryngologist (ENT). They will help you make a plan to achieve your goals.
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September 20, 2023
Answer: Torn Earlobe and Earlobe Scar Repair Thank you for your question. These sound like issues that can be addressed. We typically do this procedure in our office under local anesthesia. We usually close the incision in layers to take the tension off of the incision. This usually leads to a nicer incision line. Please call the office for more details and the current costs. Costs will typically depend on the complexity, and how much time, the procedure will take. Costs will vary from city to city. We usually have our patients wait 3 months before re-piercing the earlobe, and 3 mm from the repair. Best to see a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon or Otolaryngologist (ENT). They will help you make a plan to achieve your goals.
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August 27, 2023
Answer: Restoring Ear Appearance I understand your concerns about your ear. For the torn earlobe, a surgical procedure called earlobe repair can be performed to restore its appearance. This procedure involves removing any excess tissue and suturing the torn edges together. The scar left by the torn earring can often be minimized through this process.
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August 27, 2023
Answer: Restoring Ear Appearance I understand your concerns about your ear. For the torn earlobe, a surgical procedure called earlobe repair can be performed to restore its appearance. This procedure involves removing any excess tissue and suturing the torn edges together. The scar left by the torn earring can often be minimized through this process.
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January 31, 2023
Answer: Torn earlobe repair Hi,
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January 31, 2023
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