Earlobe Repair in Beverly Hills

This surgery is done to correct and reshape damaged earlobes.

Correcting Stretched, Thin, or Damaged Earlobes

If your earlobes are stretched out, thin, or damaged, Dr. Firouz can repair them with a quick and easy in-office procedure.

Understanding Earlobe Damage

Earlobe damage can occur for several reasons, including:

Wearing Heavy Earrings. Routinely wearing heavy earrings places excessive pressure on your earlobes, causing them to stretch and possibly tear.
Using Gauges. Gauge earrings stretch the earlobe gradually. Using them can result in thin earlobe tissue and large openings that require surgical correction.
Experiencing Trauma. If you experienced trauma to the earlobe, for example, if an earring was ripped out, the damage may require surgery.

The Earlobe Repair Procedure

Dr. Firouz will perform your earlobe repair under local anesthesia in the comfort of our Beverly Hills office. The exact approach taken will depend on the damage he is addressing.

To repair torn earlobes, Dr. Firouz will suture fresh tissue together in a way that minimizes the resulting scar. If your piercing holes are stretched out, Dr. Firouz will remove the skin around the hole and stitch it close.

Your Recovery

Your earlobe repair recovery should be straightforward. You will return to our Beverly Hills office in seven days to have the sutures removed. Until then, you should not submerge your head in water, sleep on your ears, or apply pressure to the repaired area.

How to Prevent Another Torn Earlobe

Once your earlobe has been repaired, you will want to take extra care to avoid future damage. To that end, it is important to:

Wear Earrings with Care. After earlobe repair, you are advised to avoid heavy earrings and gauges moving forward. Instead, choose light earrings that fit comfortably. Also, consider taking regular breaks from wearing earrings so that your earlobes can rest.
Avoid High-Risk Activities. If your earlobe is accidentally pulled, tugged, or torn, it may be damaged again. It is a good idea to avoid any activities that could lead to a re-injury.

Why Choose Dr. Firouz for Your Earlobe Repair?

Dr. Firouz has over 15 years of experience performing facial plastic surgeries, including otoplasty and earlobe repair. He is known for his exquisite results, kind demeanor, and commitment to patient comfort. You can trust Dr. Firouz to perform your earlobe repair safely, effectively, and according to your unique needs.

Earlobe RepairFAQ

Am I a candidate for earlobe repair?

If your earlobes are damaged or stretched for any reason, for example, due to an accident, injury, or wearing heavy earrings, you’re likely a candidate for earlobe repair.

When can I get my ears pierced again?

After the repair, your earlobe will take several weeks to heal completely. During that period, you should not wear earrings. This gives your ears time to heal and prevents infection. Once your earlobes have completely healed, in about six to eight weeks, you can get them pierced again.