Skip to content
ClinicCompass
Cosmetic Surgery · Nashville, Tennessee

Earlobe Repair in Nashville

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 Nashville clinics below and request a free consultation.

Typical cost in Nashville

$400–$1,200

per ear · USD

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

Surgeon directory

Earlobe Repair surgeons in Nashville

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

Dr. J. J. Wendel Plastic Surgery in Nashville

Dr. J. J. Wendel Plastic Surgery

Nashville

4.9 (493) · Google

Financing available

Dr. J. J. Wendel Plastic Surgery is a plastic surgery practice in Nashville, Tennessee, rated 4.9 stars across 493 Google reviews, performing 20 tracked procedures.

View surgeon →
Robbins Plastic Surgery in Nashville

Robbins Plastic Surgery

Nashville

4.9 (447) · Google

Financing available

Robbins Plastic Surgery is a plastic surgery practice in Nashville, Tennessee, rated 4.9 stars across 447 Google reviews, performing 21 tracked procedures.

View surgeon →
Gilpin Facial Plastics in Nashville

Gilpin Facial Plastics

Nashville

4.9 (235) · Google

Financing available

Gilpin Facial Plastics is a plastic surgery practice in Nashville, Tennessee, rated 4.9 stars across 235 Google reviews, performing 14 tracked procedures.

View surgeon →
Music City Plastic Surgery in Nashville

Music City Plastic Surgery

Nashville

4.9 (208) · Google

Financing available

Music City Plastic Surgery is a plastic surgery practice in Nashville, Tennessee, rated 4.9 stars across 208 Google reviews, performing 18 tracked procedures.

View surgeon →
Image Surgical Arts in Nashville

Image Surgical Arts

Nashville

4.9 (131) · Google

Financing available

Image Surgical Arts is a plastic surgery practice in Nashville, Tennessee, rated 4.9 stars across 131 Google reviews, performing 17 tracked procedures.

View surgeon →
Harmony Facial Plastic Surgery in Nashville

Harmony Facial Plastic Surgery

Nashville

5.0 (100) · Google

Financing available

Harmony Facial Plastic Surgery is a plastic surgery practice in Nashville, Tennessee, rated 5 stars across 100 Google reviews, performing 12 tracked procedures.

View surgeon →
Jacob G. Unger, MD in Nashville

Jacob G. Unger, MD

Nashville

5.0 (90) · Google

Financing available

Jacob G. Unger, MD is a plastic surgery practice in Nashville, Tennessee, rated 5 stars across 90 Google reviews, performing 27 tracked procedures.

View surgeon →
See all 31 plastic surgeons in Nashville →

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
Read the full Earlobe Repair guide →
At a glance

Earlobe Repair in Nashville: the numbers

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

  • Together the 11 with Google reviews hold 2,026 reviews at an average rating of 4.9; 7 have 100 or more.
  • Where they are: Nashville (9), Brentwood (1), Mt. Juliet (1).
From their own websites

What Nashville earlobe repair practices state about themselves

What 8 Nashville 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.

  • 5 of 8 state certification by the American Board of Plastic Surgery
  • Other boards named: American Board of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery (2), American Board of Surgery (1), American Board of Otolaryngology (1), American Board of Cosmetic Surgery (1)
  • 2 of 8 state they are Fellows of the American College of Surgeons (FACS)
  • Languages practices say they speak: Spanish (1)
  • 4 of 8 show before-and-after photos on their site
FAQ

Earlobe Repair in Nashville: common questions

How much does Earlobe Repair cost in Nashville?

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

How often should I get Earlobe Repair?

Maintenance schedules vary. Most Nashville 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.

Request a free Earlobe Repair consult