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Cosmetic Surgery · Clearwater, Florida

Earlobe Repair in Clearwater

A quick in-office procedure that repairs an earlobe torn by an earring, closes a stretched piercing or a gauge, or reduces an earlobe that has lengthened with age. Local anesthesia, about thirty minutes per ear, and the lobe can be re-pierced after it heals. Compare Clearwater clinics below and request a free consultation.

Typical cost in Clearwater

$400–$1,200

per ear · USD

A general range for Clearwater, rounded for guidance. Confirm exact pricing with each clinic.

Surgeon directory

Earlobe Repair surgeons in Clearwater

Ranked plastic surgeons in Clearwater. Confirm that a surgeon performs earlobe repair when you book your consultation, since procedure menus change.

Dr Michael D Mirmanesh MD Plastic Surgeon in Clearwater

Dr Michael D Mirmanesh MD Plastic Surgeon

Clearwater

4.9 (170) · Google

Dr Michael D Mirmanesh MD Plastic Surgeon is a plastic surgery practice in Clearwater, Florida, rated 4.9 stars across 170 Google reviews, performing 24 tracked procedures.

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Art Form Plastic Surgery in Clearwater

Art Form Plastic Surgery

Clearwater

5.0 (131) · Google

Financing available

Art Form Plastic Surgery is a plastic surgery practice in Clearwater, Florida, rated 5 stars across 131 Google reviews, performing 6 tracked procedures.

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Egozi Plastic Surgery Center in Clearwater

Egozi Plastic Surgery Center

Clearwater

4.9 (124) · Google

Financing available

Egozi Plastic Surgery Center is a plastic surgery practice in Clearwater, Florida, rated 4.9 stars across 124 Google reviews, performing 17 tracked procedures.

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Tampa Bay Ophthalmic Plastics in Clearwater

Tampa Bay Ophthalmic Plastics

Clearwater

4.9 (95) · Google

Tampa Bay Ophthalmic Plastics is a plastic surgery practice in Clearwater, Florida, rated 4.9 stars across 95 Google reviews.

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Tampa Bay Cosmetic Surgery Center in Clearwater

Tampa Bay Cosmetic Surgery Center

Clearwater

4.8 (261) · Google

Financing available

Tampa Bay Cosmetic Surgery Center is a plastic surgery practice in Clearwater, Florida, rated 4.8 stars across 261 Google reviews, performing 8 tracked procedures.

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Narasimhan Plastic Surgery in Clearwater

Narasimhan Plastic Surgery

Clearwater

4.7 (220) · Google

Financing available

Narasimhan Plastic Surgery is a plastic surgery practice in Clearwater, Florida, rated 4.7 stars across 220 Google reviews, performing 21 tracked procedures.

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Solomon Cosmetic Center in Clearwater

Solomon Cosmetic Center

Clearwater

4.6 (318) · Google

Financing available

Solomon Cosmetic Center is a plastic surgery practice in Clearwater, Florida, rated 4.6 stars across 318 Google reviews, performing 19 tracked procedures.

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About Earlobe Repair

A quick in-office procedure that repairs an earlobe torn by an earring, closes a stretched piercing or a gauge, or reduces an earlobe that has lengthened with age. Local anesthesia, about thirty minutes per ear, and the lobe can be re-pierced after it heals.

Sessions

One procedure; re-piercing possible after 6 to 8 weeks

Downtime

A few days of tenderness; sutures out at about a week

Good candidate

Anyone with a split, torn, or stretched earlobe, a piercing that has elongated, a healed gauge they want closed, or earlobes that have thinned and lengthened with age

  • Restores a normal, intact earlobe in one short visit
  • Closes gauges and stretched piercings that will not shrink on their own
  • Can reduce an elongated lobe at the same time
  • Re-piercing possible once healed
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FAQ

Earlobe Repair in Clearwater: common questions

How much does Earlobe Repair cost in Clearwater?

Earlobe Repair generally runs $400–$1,200 per ear, and each Clearwater clinic sets its own price. The biggest variables are the provider's experience level and the specific device or product used. Newer technology and senior injectors price at the upper end. Pricing is quoted in US dollars (USD). Request a consultation from any of our listed Clearwater clinics for a personalized quote.

When will I see results from Earlobe Repair?

Initial results in 2–4 weeks, with full results developing over 3 months as collagen builds. Clearwater providers typically schedule follow-ups to track progress.

How often should I get Earlobe Repair?

Maintenance schedules vary. Most Clearwater providers recommend periodic refresh sessions every 6–12 months once optimal results are achieved.

Will a torn earlobe heal on its own?

A complete tear will not; the skin edges heal separately and leave a split. A stretched piercing that has elongated into a slot will not shrink back either. Both are repaired by removing the healed skin lining the split or slot and closing the fresh edges so they knit together, which is a short procedure with a reliable result.

Can I get my ear re-pierced after repair?

Yes, once the repair has fully healed, usually six to eight weeks, and ideally slightly to one side of the old site rather than through the scar. Heavy earrings are worth avoiding afterward, since they caused the problem in the first place.

Can gauges be closed?

Yes, and it is one of the most common reasons for earlobe repair. The surgeon removes the ring of stretched skin around the hole and reshapes the lobe into a natural contour. Large gauges require more reshaping and a longer scar, hidden along the lobe's edge, but the result is a normal-looking ear.

What does it cost?

Typically $400 to $1,200 per ear depending on the complexity, with gauge closure and lobe reduction at the higher end. It is done under local anesthesia in the office, and not covered by insurance unless the injury is documented as traumatic.

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