EARLOBE SURGERY
Earlobe surgery is a procedure designed to treat earlobes with torn piercings or widened piercings. This procedure is done by addressing the skin of the earlobe. Earlobe surgery can be done for one or both ears. It is a procedure that can be done for children and adults. Ears repaired with earlobe surgery an be re-pierced after healing, if desired. Dr. Aboutanos offers ear piercing and can take special care to ensure you have a symmetrical result that camouflages any residual scarring.
How long will the procedure take?
Earlobe surgery typically takes about 30 minutes. In some cases it can be done in the office under local anesthesia.
Where will the incisions be?
The incisions will be along the front and back of the earlobe.
What will recovery be like?
Typically, the immediate recovery is about one to two days. You will receive instructions on how to care for the repair afterwards. You should be able to shower the day after the procedure. The stitches will be removed in 10 to 14 days.
Initially, you should plan to avoid strenuous exercise, contact sports, swimming, heavy lifting, and housework.
What else should I know about earlobe procedures?
Dr. Aboutanos can discuss re-piercing the earlobe after the repair has healed completely.
“Dr Aboutanos is awesome. She is so caring, loving, thoughtful and sweet!! She goes above and beyond to make you feel comfortable and that you are in excellent hands! Trust me you are!! She does excellent work!! I'm so grateful for her and for her assistant!! Her assistant Amanda is the same way!! Plus they both always ask about my husband and son. Thank you!! Even the staff at St. Mary hospital goes above and beyond to give you excellent care too!! Plus they love Dr Aboutanos too!!”
—Endy J.