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Cosmetic Surgery · Staten Island, New York

Earlobe Repair in Staten Island

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 Staten Island clinics below and request a free consultation.

Typical cost in Staten Island

$400–$1,200

per ear · USD

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

Surgeon directory

Earlobe Repair surgeons in Staten Island

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

Allure Plastic Surgery in Staten Island

Allure Plastic Surgery

Staten Island

4.9 (84) · Google

Financing available

Allure Plastic Surgery is a plastic surgery practice in Staten Island, New York, rated 4.9 stars across 84 Google reviews, performing 27 tracked procedures.

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Louis C. Cutolo, Jr., M.D., F.A.C.S in Staten Island

Louis C. Cutolo, Jr., M.D., F.A.C.S

Staten Island

4.9 (77) · Google

Financing available

Louis C. Cutolo, Jr., M.D., F.A.C.S is a plastic surgery practice in Staten Island, New York, rated 4.9 stars across 77 Google reviews, performing 12 tracked procedures.

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Allure Plastic Surgery in Staten Island

Allure Plastic Surgery

Staten Island

4.8 (81) · Google

Financing available

Allure Plastic Surgery is a plastic surgery practice in Staten Island, New York, rated 4.8 stars across 81 Google reviews, performing 25 tracked procedures.

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Dr. Elliot Heller, MD - Plastic Surgeon in NYC in Staten Island

Dr. Elliot Heller, MD - Plastic Surgeon in NYC

Staten Island

4.9 (39) · Google

Financing available

Dr. Elliot Heller, MD - Plastic Surgeon in NYC is a plastic surgery practice in Staten Island, New York, rated 4.9 stars across 39 Google reviews, performing 27 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 Staten Island: the numbers

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

  • Together the 4 with Google reviews hold 281 reviews at an average rating of 4.9.
  • Where they are: New York (2), Staten Island (2).
From their own websites

What Staten Island earlobe repair practices state about themselves

What 4 Staten Island 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.

  • 3 of 4 state certification by the American Board of Plastic Surgery
  • Other boards named: American Board of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery (2), American Board of Otolaryngology (2)
  • 3 of 4 state they are Fellows of the American College of Surgeons (FACS)
  • 3 of 4 state a free consultation
  • 3 of 4 mention financing, naming CareCredit (3), Cherry (3), Affirm (2), Alphaeon Credit (1)
  • Languages practices say they speak: Spanish (1), Hebrew (1)
  • 1 of 4 show before-and-after photos on their site
FAQ

Earlobe Repair in Staten Island: common questions

How much does Earlobe Repair cost in Staten Island?

Earlobe Repair generally runs $400–$1,200 per ear, and each Staten Island 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 Staten Island 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. Staten Island 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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