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Cosmetic Surgery · Palm Springs, California

Earlobe Repair in Palm Springs

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 Palm Springs clinics below and request a free consultation.

Typical cost in Palm Springs

$400–$1,200

per ear · USD

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

Surgeon directory

Earlobe Repair surgeons in Palm Springs

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

Aesthetic Art: B. Maya Kato, MD in Palm Springs

Aesthetic Art: B. Maya Kato, MD

Palm Springs

4.9 (194) · Google

Financing available

Aesthetic Art: B. Maya Kato, MD is a plastic surgery practice in Palm Springs, California, rated 4.9 stars across 194 Google reviews, performing 1 tracked procedures.

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Glam lab in Palm Springs

Glam lab

Palm Springs

4.9 (140) · Google

Financing available

Glam lab is a plastic surgery practice in Palm Springs, California, rated 4.9 stars across 140 Google reviews.

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Desert Medical Rejuvenation in Palm Springs

Desert Medical Rejuvenation

Palm Springs

4.8 (174) · Google

Financing available

Desert Medical Rejuvenation is a plastic surgery practice in Palm Springs, California, rated 4.8 stars across 174 Google reviews.

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Lily Lee, MD Plastic Surgery and MedSpa in Palm Springs

Lily Lee, MD Plastic Surgery and MedSpa

Palm Springs

4.8 (99) · Google

Lily Lee, MD Plastic Surgery and MedSpa is a plastic surgery practice in Palm Springs, California, rated 4.8 stars across 99 Google reviews, performing 4 tracked procedures.

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Sono Bello Palm Springs in Palm Springs

Sono Bello Palm Springs

Palm Springs

4.7 (58) · Google

Financing available

Sono Bello Palm Springs is a plastic surgery practice in Palm Springs, California, rated 4.7 stars across 58 Google reviews, performing 6 tracked procedures.

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Lombardo Cosmetic Surgery in Palm Springs

Lombardo Cosmetic Surgery

Palm Springs

4.7 (55) · Google

Financing available

Lombardo Cosmetic Surgery is a plastic surgery practice in Palm Springs, California, rated 4.7 stars across 55 Google reviews, performing 11 tracked procedures.

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Bruce Chisholm, MD in Palm Springs

Bruce Chisholm, MD

Palm Springs

4.9 (49) · Google

Financing available

Bruce Chisholm, MD is a plastic surgery practice in Palm Springs, California, rated 4.9 stars across 49 Google reviews, performing 3 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 Palm Springs: common questions

How much does Earlobe Repair cost in Palm Springs?

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

How long do Earlobe Repair results last?

Results vary by patient, but most Palm Springs 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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