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Earlobe Repair in Newport News

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 Newport News clinics below and request a free consultation.

Typical cost in Newport News

$400–$1,200

per ear · USD

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

Surgeon directory

Earlobe Repair surgeons in Newport News

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

PSCHR Plastic Surgery Center of Hampton Roads in Newport News

PSCHR Plastic Surgery Center of Hampton Roads

Newport News

4.9 (288) · Google

Financing available

PSCHR Plastic Surgery Center of Hampton Roads is a plastic surgery practice in Newport News, Virginia, rated 4.9 stars across 288 Google reviews, performing 16 tracked procedures.

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Roger Emory, MD in Newport News

Roger Emory, MD

Newport News

5.0 (196) · Google

Financing available

Roger Emory, MD is a plastic surgery practice in Newport News, Virginia, rated 5 stars across 196 Google reviews, performing 13 tracked procedures.

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J Marshall Green III, MD in Newport News

J Marshall Green III, MD

Newport News

4.9 (55) · Google

J Marshall Green III, MD is a plastic surgery practice in Newport News, Virginia, rated 4.9 stars across 55 Google reviews, performing 10 tracked procedures.

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Dr. Michael F. Zwicklbauer, MD, FACS in Newport News

Dr. Michael F. Zwicklbauer, MD, FACS

Newport News

4.9 (54) · Google

Financing available

Dr. Michael F. Zwicklbauer, MD, FACS is a plastic surgery practice in Newport News, Virginia, rated 4.9 stars across 54 Google reviews, performing 16 tracked procedures.

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Plastic Surgery Specialists in Newport News

Plastic Surgery Specialists

Newport News

4.8 (172) · Google

Plastic Surgery Specialists is a plastic surgery practice in Newport News, Virginia, rated 4.8 stars across 172 Google reviews, performing 14 tracked procedures.

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The Carney Center in Newport News

The Carney Center

Newport News

4.7 (57) · Google

Financing available

The Carney Center is a plastic surgery practice in Newport News, Virginia, rated 4.7 stars across 57 Google reviews, performing 25 tracked procedures.

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Dr. T. Randall Blanchard, MD, FACS in Newport News

Dr. T. Randall Blanchard, MD, FACS

Newport News

4.9 (35) · Google

Financing available

Dr. T. Randall Blanchard, MD, FACS is a plastic surgery practice in Newport News, Virginia, rated 4.9 stars across 35 Google reviews, performing 16 tracked procedures.

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Jared Christophel MD in Newport News

Jared Christophel MD

Newport News

5.0 (25) · Google

Jared Christophel MD is a plastic surgery practice in Newport News, Virginia, rated 5 stars across 25 Google reviews, performing 5 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 Newport News: common questions

How much does Earlobe Repair cost in Newport News?

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

Can I wear makeup after Earlobe Repair?

Most patients wait 24 hours before applying makeup to avoid irritation on freshly-treated skin.

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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