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Cosmetic Surgery · Grand Rapids, Michigan

Earlobe Repair in Grand Rapids

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 Grand Rapids clinics below and request a free consultation.

Typical cost in Grand Rapids

$400–$1,200

per ear · USD

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

Surgeon directory

Earlobe Repair surgeons in Grand Rapids

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

Elite Plastic Surgery in Grand Rapids

Elite Plastic Surgery

Grand Rapids

4.9 (816) · Google

Financing available

Elite Plastic Surgery is a plastic surgery practice in Grand Rapids, Michigan, rated 4.9 stars across 816 Google reviews, performing 15 tracked procedures.

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Dr. Shannon D. Armstrong, MD in Grand Rapids

Dr. Shannon D. Armstrong, MD

Grand Rapids

5.0 (355) · Google

Financing available

Dr. Shannon D. Armstrong, MD is a plastic surgery practice in Grand Rapids, Michigan, rated 5 stars across 355 Google reviews, performing 15 tracked procedures.

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Matthew Fahrenkopf, MD

Grand Rapids

4.9 (273) · Google

Financing available

Matthew Fahrenkopf, MD is a plastic surgery practice in Grand Rapids, Michigan, rated 4.9 stars across 273 Google reviews, performing 15 tracked procedures.

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Dr. William T. Cullen, MD in Grand Rapids

Dr. William T. Cullen, MD

Grand Rapids

5.0 (265) · Google

Financing available

Dr. William T. Cullen, MD is a plastic surgery practice in Grand Rapids, Michigan, rated 5 stars across 265 Google reviews, performing 15 tracked procedures.

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Matthew Martin, MD

Grand Rapids

4.9 (264) · Google

Financing available

Matthew Martin, MD is a plastic surgery practice in Grand Rapids, Michigan, rated 4.9 stars across 264 Google reviews, performing 15 tracked procedures.

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Partners in Plastic Surgery of West Michigan in Grand Rapids

Partners in Plastic Surgery of West Michigan

Grand Rapids

4.9 (128) · Google

Partners in Plastic Surgery of West Michigan is a plastic surgery practice in Grand Rapids, Michigan, rated 4.9 stars across 128 Google reviews, performing 21 tracked procedures.

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Sono Bello Grand Rapids in Grand Rapids

Sono Bello Grand Rapids

Grand Rapids

4.8 (235) · Google

Financing available

Sono Bello Grand Rapids is a plastic surgery practice in Grand Rapids, Michigan, rated 4.8 stars across 235 Google reviews, performing 6 tracked procedures.

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VAGOTIS Cosmetic Surgery + Skin Center in Grand Rapids

VAGOTIS Cosmetic Surgery + Skin Center

Grand Rapids

4.7 (202) · Google

Financing available

VAGOTIS Cosmetic Surgery + Skin Center is a plastic surgery practice in Grand Rapids, Michigan, rated 4.7 stars across 202 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 Grand Rapids: common questions

How much does Earlobe Repair cost in Grand Rapids?

Earlobe Repair generally runs $400–$1,200 per ear, and each Grand Rapids 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 Grand Rapids clinics for a personalized quote.

How long do Earlobe Repair results last?

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

How often should I get Earlobe Repair?

Maintenance schedules vary. Most Grand Rapids 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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