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Cosmetic Surgery · Manhattan Beach, California

Earlobe Repair in Manhattan Beach

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 Manhattan Beach clinics below and request a free consultation.

Typical cost in Manhattan Beach

$400–$1,200

per ear · USD

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

Surgeon directory

Earlobe Repair surgeons in Manhattan Beach

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

Oral Surgery Partners in Manhattan Beach

Oral Surgery Partners

Manhattan Beach

4.9 (597) · Google

Financing available

Oral Surgery Partners is a plastic surgery practice in Manhattan Beach, California, rated 4.9 stars across 597 Google reviews.

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Dr. Luis Macias - Aesthetic MdR in Manhattan Beach

Dr. Luis Macias - Aesthetic MdR

Manhattan Beach

4.8 (106) · Google

Financing available

Dr. Luis Macias - Aesthetic MdR is a plastic surgery practice in Manhattan Beach, California, rated 4.8 stars across 106 Google reviews, performing 24 tracked procedures.

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Leslie Irvine, M.D. in Manhattan Beach

Leslie Irvine, M.D.

Manhattan Beach

4.8 (53) · Google

Leslie Irvine, M.D. is a plastic surgery practice in Manhattan Beach, California, rated 4.8 stars across 53 Google reviews, performing 14 tracked procedures.

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NakedMD Med Spa Manhattan Beach in Manhattan Beach

NakedMD Med Spa Manhattan Beach

Manhattan Beach

5.0 (37) · Google

Financing available

NakedMD Med Spa Manhattan Beach is a plastic surgery practice in Manhattan Beach, California, rated 5 stars across 37 Google reviews, performing 3 tracked procedures.

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Dr. James Pearson Facial Plastic Surgery in Manhattan Beach

Dr. James Pearson Facial Plastic Surgery

Manhattan Beach

4.6 (113) · Google

Financing available

Dr. James Pearson Facial Plastic Surgery is a plastic surgery practice in Manhattan Beach, California, rated 4.6 stars across 113 Google reviews, performing 12 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 Manhattan Beach: common questions

How much does Earlobe Repair cost in Manhattan Beach?

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

How often should I get Earlobe Repair?

Maintenance schedules vary. Most Manhattan Beach 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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