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Cosmetic Surgery · Raleigh, North Carolina

Earlobe Repair in Raleigh

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 Raleigh clinics below and request a free consultation.

Typical cost in Raleigh

$400–$1,200

per ear · USD

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

Surgeon directory

Earlobe Repair surgeons in Raleigh

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

Wake Plastic Surgery in Raleigh

Wake Plastic Surgery

Raleigh

4.9 (309) · Google

Wake Plastic Surgery is a plastic surgery practice in Raleigh, North Carolina, rated 4.9 stars across 309 Google reviews, performing 23 tracked procedures.

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Dr. Cynthia Diehl in Raleigh

Dr. Cynthia Diehl

Raleigh

4.8 (165) · Google

Financing available

Dr. Cynthia Diehl is a plastic surgery practice in Raleigh, North Carolina, rated 4.8 stars across 165 Google reviews, performing 8 tracked procedures.

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Michael Law MD Aesthetic Plastic Surgery in Raleigh

Michael Law MD Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Raleigh

4.7 (123) · Google

Financing available

Michael Law MD Aesthetic Plastic Surgery is a plastic surgery practice in Raleigh, North Carolina, rated 4.7 stars across 123 Google reviews, performing 18 tracked procedures.

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Allen Aesthetic Surgery in Raleigh

Allen Aesthetic Surgery

Raleigh

4.8 (96) · Google

Allen Aesthetic Surgery is a plastic surgery practice in Raleigh, North Carolina, rated 4.8 stars across 96 Google reviews, performing 20 tracked procedures.

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Raleigh Plastic Surgery Center in Raleigh

Raleigh Plastic Surgery Center

Raleigh

4.4 (68) · Google

Financing available

Raleigh Plastic Surgery Center is a plastic surgery practice in Raleigh, North Carolina, rated 4.4 stars across 68 Google reviews, performing 17 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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At a glance

Earlobe Repair in Raleigh: the numbers

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

  • Together the 6 with Google reviews hold 924 reviews at an average rating of 4.8; 4 have 100 or more.
  • Where they are: Raleigh (4), Cary (1), Wake Forest (1).
  • 1 of 6 list Saturday hours on Google.
From their own websites

What Raleigh earlobe repair practices state about themselves

What 6 Raleigh 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 6 state certification by the American Board of Plastic Surgery
  • Other boards named: American Board of Surgery (2)
  • 1 of 6 state they are Fellows of the American College of Surgeons (FACS)
  • 1 of 6 state an accredited surgical facility
  • 1 of 6 mention financing
FAQ

Earlobe Repair in Raleigh: common questions

How much does Earlobe Repair cost in Raleigh?

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

How often should I get Earlobe Repair?

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

How long do Earlobe Repair results last?

Results vary by patient, but most Raleigh 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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