Ear Lobule Repair Surgery
Ear lobule repair (also called earlobe repair or lobuloplasty) is a minor surgical procedure to correct a torn, split, or stretched earlobe. The most common causes are heavy earrings, trauma, or gauged (stretched) piercings. Dr. Parvati R. Falegaonkar performs precise earlobe repair with excellent cosmetic outcomes, allowing patients to re-pierce after appropriate healing.
Common Causes of Earlobe Damage
- Torn earlobe – earring caught or pulled, causing a complete or partial tear
- Stretched/gauged earlobe – gradual enlargement from heavy or gauged earrings
- Keloid formation – abnormal scar tissue growth after piercing
- Congenital defect – naturally bifid or elongated earlobe
- Skin cyst near the piercing site
Types of Earlobe Deformity
Partial Tear (Split Earlobe)
The piercing hole has elongated downward but the lobe is still partially intact.
Complete Tear
The earlobe is fully split into two portions.
Stretched/Dilated Hole
The piercing hole is enlarged but the lobe is intact.
Surgical Procedure
Earlobe repair is performed under local anesthesia as a quick outpatient procedure:
- The edges of the tear or stretched hole are freshened by removing a thin strip of skin
- The lobe is reconstructed with fine sutures in layers to restore normal anatomy
- Particular attention is paid to the natural curvature of the earlobe margin
- Absorbable sutures are used internally; non-absorbable sutures close the outer skin
Recovery
- External sutures removed after 7–10 days
- The ear can be re-pierced (at a different location) after 6–8 weeks
- Minimal downtime – patients return to normal activities immediately
Why Choose Dr. Parvati R. Falegaonkar?
- Precise surgical technique for natural-looking results
- Quick outpatient procedure with minimal discomfort
- Post-operative care instructions to optimize healing
- Re-piercing guidance after full recovery
Book a Consultation
If you have a torn or stretched earlobe affecting your appearance or self-confidence, consult Dr. Parvati R. Falegaonkar for a quick, effective, and precise earlobe repair procedure.