Earlobe Repair

Earlobe tears are most common in people who wear pierced earrings, as they can easily be caught and pulled through. In recent years, a trend has emerged; people are using tapers to stretch their earlobes. This tendency has caused an increase in the popularity of earlobe repair.

Using a local anesthetic, Dr. Robinson will remove any skin surrounding the split to create a clean edge, and then stitch the ear back together. The procedure is quick and painless and the result in most cases is an aesthetically pleasing earlobe. Sutures will be put into the lobe and removed within two weeks.

You can expect some discomfort and swelling and may need to wear a dressing on the ear for a few days. Any scarring will generally fade over time.   If the ear-piercing hole is closed up during repair, it can usually be re-pierced after a few months.   


Fountain View Professional Center 10110 Donald S. Powers Drive, Suite 201A Munster, IN 46321 (219) 513-2100	Vale Park Medical Center 401 Wall Street Valparaiso, IN 46383 (866) 613-2100

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