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Earlobe Repair in Detroit

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 Detroit clinics below and request a free consultation.

Typical cost in Detroit

$400–$1,200

per ear · USD

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

Surgeon directory

Earlobe Repair surgeons in Detroit

Plastic surgeons in Detroit who list earlobe repair among their procedures. Tap any surgeon to view details and request a consultation.

Dr. Faisal Al-Mufarrej in Detroit

Dr. Faisal Al-Mufarrej

Detroit

5.0 (249) · Google

Financing available

Dr. Faisal Al-Mufarrej is a plastic surgery practice in Detroit, Michigan, rated 5 stars across 249 Google reviews, performing 23 tracked procedures.

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Executive Plastic Surgery in Detroit

Executive Plastic Surgery

Detroit

4.9 (139) · Google

Financing available

Executive Plastic Surgery is a plastic surgery practice in Detroit, Michigan, rated 4.9 stars across 139 Google reviews, performing 9 tracked procedures.

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Andrew Compton MD in Detroit

Andrew Compton MD

Detroit

4.9 (130) · Google

Andrew Compton MD is a plastic surgery practice in Detroit, Michigan, rated 4.9 stars across 130 Google reviews, performing 14 tracked procedures.

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Your Girlfriend The Plastic Surgeon in Detroit

Your Girlfriend The Plastic Surgeon

Detroit

4.9 (90) · Google

Financing available

Your Girlfriend The Plastic Surgeon is a plastic surgery practice in Detroit, Michigan, rated 4.9 stars across 90 Google reviews, performing 20 tracked procedures.

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Renaissance Plastic Surgery in Detroit

Renaissance Plastic Surgery

Detroit

4.8 (367) · Google

Renaissance Plastic Surgery is a plastic surgery practice in Detroit, Michigan, rated 4.8 stars across 367 Google reviews, performing 18 tracked procedures.

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John M. Trupiano, MD, FACS in Detroit

John M. Trupiano, MD, FACS

Detroit

4.7 (151) · Google

Financing available

John M. Trupiano, MD, FACS is a plastic surgery practice in Detroit, Michigan, rated 4.7 stars across 151 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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At a glance

Earlobe Repair in Detroit: the numbers

10 plastic surgery practices in the Detroit area list earlobe repair. From Google Places listings; hours and locations change, so confirm with the practice.

  • Together the 10 with Google reviews hold 1,992 reviews at an average rating of 4.8; 8 have 100 or more.
  • Where they are: Troy (7), Bloomfield Hills (2), Sterling Heights (1).
From their own websites

What Detroit earlobe repair practices state about themselves

What 10 Detroit practices that list earlobe repair say on their own websites (checked September 2026); one that does not mention something may still offer it, so ask at your consultation.

  • 1 of 10 state certification by the American Board of Plastic Surgery
  • Other boards named: American Board of Surgery (1), American Board of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery (1), American Board of Otolaryngology (1)
  • 2 of 10 state they are Fellows of the American College of Surgeons (FACS)
  • 1 of 10 mention virtual consultations
  • 3 of 10 mention financing, naming CareCredit (2)
  • Languages practices say they speak: Arabic (1), Mandarin (1)
  • 4 of 10 show before-and-after photos on their site

In their words

Dr. Faisal Al-MufarrejIf you don’t like the way your ears look, you may be a candidate for otoplasty, including earlobe repair or ear pinning.
FAQ

Earlobe Repair in Detroit: common questions

How much does Earlobe Repair cost in Detroit?

Earlobe Repair generally runs $400–$1,200 per ear, and each Detroit 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 Detroit 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. Detroit providers typically schedule follow-ups to track progress.

How long do Earlobe Repair results last?

Results vary by patient, but most Detroit providers report 6–18 months of sustained benefit from a full Earlobe Repair series.

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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