EARLOBE REPAIR
Short Summary
Earlobe repair is a minor surgical procedure performed under local anaesthetic to correct deformities such as stretched piercings, torn earlobes, congenital abnormalities, or scarring from previous surgery (including facelifts). This can include earlobe reduction, earlobe repair, stretched earlobe surgery, ear fold surgery and keloid ear surgery. The area is numbed with anaesthetic, and the damaged or excess tissue is carefully repair with plastic surgery and reconstructive techniques. The earlobe is then closed with fine sutures to restore a natural contour. The procedure typically takes about 45 minutes per ear, with minimal discomfort and downtime. Sutures are removed after about 7 days, and re-piercing can usually be performed after 6–8 weeks once healing is complete.
Occasionally, non-surgical dermal fillers are used to plump out saggy skin and transferred fat is used to improve skin quality.
Dr Sultan will request regular follow ups to ensure optimal healing and will supplement healing with lasers as part of the treatment.
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Key Information
Price: From £950
Areas: Ears
Time: 30 - 60 minutes
Recovery: 14 days
Pain: Minimal (local anaesthetic)
Frequency: Once
Additional information
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Restores natural shape and symmetry
Improves appearance of stretched or torn lobes
Allows safe re-piercing
Quick procedure with minimal downtime
Subtle, well-healed scarring
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The area is numbed with local anaesthetic. The surgeon removes any damaged or stretched tissue, then carefully reshapes the earlobe and closes it with fine sutures. The procedure takes around 20–45 minutes per ear, and stitches are removed after about a week.
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Earlobe repair is done in our CQC clinic in Chelsea.
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Medical reasons:
To repair torn, stretched, or split earlobes caused by injury, heavy earrings, or previous piercings.
To correct congenital deformities or asymmetry of the earlobe.
To restore earlobe structure and comfort for wearing earrings or hearing aids.
To reconstruct the earlobe following the removal of a cyst.
Aesthetic reasons:
To improve the appearance of the earlobe for a more balanced and youthful look.
To restore smooth contour and proportion between both ears.
To increase confidence in wearing jewellery or hairstyles that expose the ears.
For many men and women, the size and shape of their earlobes can cause unhappiness and insecurity.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Keep the area clean and dry for the first 24–48 hours
Gently clean daily as advised and apply ointment if prescribed
Avoid touching, pulling, or wearing earrings until healed
Sleep on your back or avoid pressure on the ears
Return for suture removal at 5–7 days
Avoid strenuous activity for a few days
Re-piercing can usually be done after 6–8 weeks
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Infection or delayed healing
Bleeding or bruising
Scarring (occasionally thickened or hypertrophic)
Asymmetry or contour irregularities
Recurrence if re-pierced too early or with heavy earrings
Rarely, wound breakdown or need for revision surgery
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Consultation and assessment
Your surgeon will examine the earlobes, discuss your goals, and plan the repair.Medications
Avoid blood-thinning medications (e.g. aspirin, NSAIDs) for a few days beforehand if advised.Smoking and alcohol
Reduce or stop smoking and limit alcohol to support optimal healing.Skin preparation
Arrive with clean skin, free of makeup, creams, or jewellery.Medical history
Inform your surgeon of any medical conditions, allergies, or previous scarring issues.Practical planning
The procedure is quick and done under local anaesthetic.
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Active infection or skin disease in the area
Poor wound healing or uncontrolled medical conditions (e.g. uncontrolled diabetes)
History of problematic scarring (e.g. keloids)
Unrealistic expectations
Inability to follow aftercare instructions