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Cosmetic Surgery · Oakland, California

Earlobe Repair in Oakland

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 Oakland clinics below and request a free consultation.

Typical cost in Oakland

$400–$1,200

per ear · USD

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

Surgeon directory

Earlobe Repair surgeons in Oakland

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

Giovanni Begossi, M.D. FACS in Oakland

Giovanni Begossi, M.D. FACS

Oakland

4.9 (79) · Google

Giovanni Begossi, M.D. FACS is a plastic surgery practice in Oakland, California, rated 4.9 stars across 79 Google reviews.

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East Bay Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery in Oakland

East Bay Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery

Oakland

5.0 (52) · Google

Financing available

East Bay Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery is a plastic surgery practice in Oakland, California, rated 5 stars across 52 Google reviews, performing 9 tracked procedures.

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Blackhawk Plastic Surgery & MedSpa in Oakland

Blackhawk Plastic Surgery & MedSpa

Oakland

4.8 (442) · Google

Financing available

Blackhawk Plastic Surgery & MedSpa is a plastic surgery practice in Oakland, California, rated 4.8 stars across 442 Google reviews, performing 22 tracked procedures.

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The Cosmetic Surgical Center of El Cerrito in Oakland

The Cosmetic Surgical Center of El Cerrito

Oakland

4.8 (308) · Google

Financing available

The Cosmetic Surgical Center of El Cerrito is a plastic surgery practice in Oakland, California, rated 4.8 stars across 308 Google reviews, performing 12 tracked procedures.

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Wong K. Moon, M.D. in Oakland

Wong K. Moon, M.D.

Oakland

4.9 (32) · Google

Wong K. Moon, M.D. is a plastic surgery practice in Oakland, California, rated 4.9 stars across 32 Google reviews.

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East Bay Plastic Surgery: Dr. Eric P. Bachelor in Oakland

East Bay Plastic Surgery: Dr. Eric P. Bachelor

Oakland

4.8 (47) · Google

Financing available

East Bay Plastic Surgery: Dr. Eric P. Bachelor is a plastic surgery practice in Oakland, California, rated 4.8 stars across 47 Google reviews, performing 18 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 Oakland: common questions

How much does Earlobe Repair cost in Oakland?

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

How often should I get Earlobe Repair?

Maintenance schedules vary. Most Oakland providers recommend periodic refresh sessions every 6–12 months once optimal results are achieved.

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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