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Cosmetic Surgery · Lexington, Kentucky

Earlobe Repair in Lexington

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 Lexington clinics below and request a free consultation.

Typical cost in Lexington

$400–$1,200

per ear · USD

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

Surgeon directory

Earlobe Repair surgeons in Lexington

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

Lexington Plastic Surgery™ in Lexington

Lexington Plastic Surgery™

Lexington

4.9 (287) · Google

Financing available

Lexington Plastic Surgery™ is a plastic surgery practice in Lexington, Kentucky, rated 4.9 stars across 287 Google reviews, performing 18 tracked procedures.

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Wells Plastic Surgery & Skin Care in Lexington

Wells Plastic Surgery & Skin Care

Lexington

4.9 (155) · Google

Financing available

Wells Plastic Surgery & Skin Care is a plastic surgery practice in Lexington, Kentucky, rated 4.9 stars across 155 Google reviews, performing 17 tracked procedures.

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CaloSpa® Rejuvenation Center in Lexington

CaloSpa® Rejuvenation Center

Lexington

5.0 (143) · Google

Financing available

CaloSpa® Rejuvenation Center is a plastic surgery practice in Lexington, Kentucky, rated 5 stars across 143 Google reviews, performing 3 tracked procedures.

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Amit Bipin Patel, MD in Lexington

Amit Bipin Patel, MD

Lexington

5.0 (97) · Google

Amit Bipin Patel, MD is a plastic surgery practice in Lexington, Kentucky, rated 5 stars across 97 Google reviews, performing 6 tracked procedures.

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Tranquility Aesthetics in Lexington

Tranquility Aesthetics

Lexington

5.0 (58) · Google

Financing available

Tranquility Aesthetics is a plastic surgery practice in Lexington, Kentucky, rated 5 stars across 58 Google reviews.

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Sono Bello Lexington in Lexington

Sono Bello Lexington

Lexington

4.8 (123) · Google

Financing available

Sono Bello Lexington is a plastic surgery practice in Lexington, Kentucky, rated 4.8 stars across 123 Google reviews, performing 5 tracked procedures.

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Commonwealth Plastic Surgery: Jared Nimtz, MD in Lexington

Commonwealth Plastic Surgery: Jared Nimtz, MD

Lexington

4.8 (86) · Google

Financing available

Commonwealth Plastic Surgery: Jared Nimtz, MD is a plastic surgery practice in Lexington, Kentucky, rated 4.8 stars across 86 Google reviews, performing 21 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 Lexington: common questions

How much does Earlobe Repair cost in Lexington?

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

How long do Earlobe Repair results last?

Results vary by patient, but most Lexington 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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