Introduction
Wearing heavy, dangling earrings can cause your piercing hole to stretch over time. In some cases, the tissue becomes so stretched that it may tear through. At the practice of Dr. Craig Baldenhofer, earlobe repair is a quick, simple procedure in which we core out the stretched piercing hole or open the flaps of a torn earlobe and stitch it back together, allowing it to heal.
If this procedure sounds like something you can benefit from, you may schedule an appointment to begin your earlobe repair journey in Manhattan, Long Island (Huntington and Massapequa), and the Tri-State area.
Earlobe repair, also called lobuloplasty, is a cosmetic procedure designed to fix torn, split, stretched, or sagging earlobes caused by heavy earrings, gauging, or trauma. The procedure is performed under local anesthesia, where Dr. Baldenhofer removes damaged tissue and restitches the lobe. This helps restore the earlobe’s shape, creating a natural-looking result that blends with the rest of the ear.
Ideal earlobe repair candidates are within the greater Manhattan, Long Island, and the Tri-state Areas and have the following characteristics:
Earlobe repair has helped our Manhattan, Long Island, and Tri-state Area patients achieve several benefits, including:
Beginning your earlobe repair journey is straightforward, involving the support and compassionate approach of Dr. Baldenhofer and our entire team.
Your earlobe repair surgery will be at one of our surgical facilities in Manhattan, Long Island, and the Tri-State Area. The procedure only takes about 20 minutes per ear.
The procedure is performed under local anesthesia so that it will be numbed and pain-free for the duration of the surgery. Scar tissue will be removed, and the earlobe will be stitched back together with sutures. Dr. Baldenhofer uses specialized techniques to ensure minimal scarring.
Our patients in Manhattan, Long Island, and the Tri-State Area often combine at least one additional procedure with their earlobe repair to address multiple concerns in a single session, saving money in the long run.
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A neck lift rejuvenates the lower face and neck area by trimming excess skin and fat and tightening the underlying muscles, creating more youthful contours and a smoother neck profile.
Your Guide to Post-Earlobe Repair Care
You will experience minor swelling after your earlobe repair surgery. Tylenol can be taken for any discomfort.
After 6 weeks, the ear can be re-pierced, and earrings can be worn again. While this procedure can be permanent, continued wear of heavy or hanging earrings may stretch the hole out again. We advise patients to wear studs or very light hanging earrings only to maintain long-term results.
You will need to attend a handful of follow-up appointments so Dr. Baldenhofer can check your healing progress and remove the sutures.
The cost of earlobe repair in Manhattan, Long Island, and the Tri-State Area generally looks different for each patient. The cost is influenced by the complexity of the procedure, the type of trauma being repaired, and the experience of the provider. All of these factors contribute to making a unique amount, which will be communicated to you during your consultation.
Dr. Baldenhofer proudly treats his patients with respect, dignity, and compassion, taking ample time to ensure they feel informed, supported, and understood.
Dr. Baldenhofer earned his medical degree from the Louisiana State University Health Science Center in Shreveport. He started his surgical training in general surgery in New York City before completing an intensive residency in plastic and reconstructive surgery at Oregon Health and Science University in Portland, Oregon. While training, he worked alongside esteemed surgeons, performing a variety of cosmetic and reconstructive plastic surgeries.
He is a proud member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS) and the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS). He is also a member of the American Board of Plastic Surgery (ABPS).
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If you want to repair torn, stretched, or traumatized tissue in your earlobes, we invite you to schedule a consultation with Dr. Baldendorfer at any of our surgical facilities in Manhattan, Long Island, and the Tri-State Area.