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Cosmetic Surgery · Schaumburg, Illinois

Earlobe Repair in Schaumburg

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 Schaumburg clinics below and request a free consultation.

Typical cost in Schaumburg

$400–$1,200

per ear · USD

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

Surgeon directory

Earlobe Repair surgeons in Schaumburg

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

Ashpole Plastic Surgery in Schaumburg

Ashpole Plastic Surgery

Schaumburg

4.9 (140) · Google

Ashpole Plastic Surgery is a plastic surgery practice in Schaumburg, Illinois, rated 4.9 stars across 140 Google reviews, performing 18 tracked procedures.

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Dr. Brad Ashpole, MD in Schaumburg

Dr. Brad Ashpole, MD

Schaumburg

4.8 (254) · Google

Dr. Brad Ashpole, MD is a plastic surgery practice in Schaumburg, Illinois, rated 4.8 stars across 254 Google reviews, performing 18 tracked procedures.

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Liposuction & Cosmetic Surgery Institute in Schaumburg

Liposuction & Cosmetic Surgery Institute

Schaumburg

4.7 (243) · Google

Financing available

Liposuction & Cosmetic Surgery Institute is a plastic surgery practice in Schaumburg, Illinois, rated 4.7 stars across 243 Google reviews, performing 21 tracked procedures.

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Rejuvenesse Spa in Schaumburg

Rejuvenesse Spa

Schaumburg

4.7 (79) · Google

Financing available

Rejuvenesse Spa is a plastic surgery practice in Schaumburg, Illinois, rated 4.7 stars across 79 Google reviews.

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Kapadia Plastic Surgery: Dr. Sameer Kapadia in Schaumburg

Kapadia Plastic Surgery: Dr. Sameer Kapadia

Schaumburg

4.7 (29) · Google

Financing available

Kapadia Plastic Surgery: Dr. Sameer Kapadia is a plastic surgery practice in Schaumburg, Illinois, rated 4.7 stars across 29 Google reviews, performing 18 tracked procedures.

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Paul C. Dillon, MD Inc in Schaumburg

Paul C. Dillon, MD Inc

Schaumburg

4.4 (93) · Google

Financing available

Paul C. Dillon, MD Inc is a plastic surgery practice in Schaumburg, Illinois, rated 4.4 stars across 93 Google reviews, performing 14 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 Schaumburg: common questions

How much does Earlobe Repair cost in Schaumburg?

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

How long do Earlobe Repair results last?

Results vary by patient, but most Schaumburg providers report 6–18 months of sustained benefit from a full Earlobe Repair series.

How often should I get Earlobe Repair?

Maintenance schedules vary. Most Schaumburg 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.

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