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Cosmetic Surgery · Greenville, South Carolina

Earlobe Repair in Greenville

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 Greenville clinics below and request a free consultation.

Typical cost in Greenville

$400–$1,200

per ear · USD

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

Surgeon directory

Earlobe Repair surgeons in Greenville

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

Greenville Facial Plastic Surgery in Greenville

Greenville Facial Plastic Surgery

Greenville

4.9 (64) · Google

Greenville Facial Plastic Surgery is a plastic surgery practice in Greenville, South Carolina, rated 4.9 stars across 64 Google reviews, performing 7 tracked procedures.

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Michael Orseck, MD in Greenville

Michael Orseck, MD

Greenville

4.8 (391) · Google

Michael Orseck, MD is a plastic surgery practice in Greenville, South Carolina, rated 4.8 stars across 391 Google reviews.

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Sono Bello Greenville South in Greenville

Sono Bello Greenville South

Greenville

4.8 (121) · Google

Financing available

Sono Bello Greenville South is a plastic surgery practice in Greenville, South Carolina, rated 4.8 stars across 121 Google reviews, performing 5 tracked procedures.

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Carolina Plastic Surgery in Greenville

Carolina Plastic Surgery

Greenville

4.8 (83) · Google

Financing available

Carolina Plastic Surgery is a plastic surgery practice in Greenville, South Carolina, rated 4.8 stars across 83 Google reviews, performing 12 tracked procedures.

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Aesthetic Center Greenville in Greenville

Aesthetic Center Greenville

Greenville

4.8 (76) · Google

Financing available

Aesthetic Center Greenville is a plastic surgery practice in Greenville, South Carolina, rated 4.8 stars across 76 Google reviews, performing 13 tracked procedures.

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Dr. Peter A. Felice, MD- Advanced Cosmetic Surgery in Greenville

Dr. Peter A. Felice, MD- Advanced Cosmetic Surgery

Greenville

4.8 (39) · Google

Financing available

Dr. Peter A. Felice, MD- Advanced Cosmetic Surgery is a plastic surgery practice in Greenville, South Carolina, rated 4.8 stars across 39 Google reviews, performing 19 tracked procedures.

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Joseph Cart De Brux, Jr., MD in Greenville

Joseph Cart De Brux, Jr., MD

Greenville

4.4 (27) · Google

Joseph Cart De Brux, Jr., MD is a plastic surgery practice in Greenville, South Carolina, rated 4.4 stars across 27 Google reviews, performing 1 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 Greenville: common questions

How much does Earlobe Repair cost in Greenville?

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

How long do Earlobe Repair results last?

Results vary by patient, but most Greenville 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 Greenville 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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