Earlobe Repair & Gauge Closure

Restore the Natural Appearance of Your Earlobes

Whether your earlobes have been stretched by gauges, torn by heavy earrings, split from trauma, or damaged over time, earlobe repair is a straightforward procedure that can restore a natural appearance with minimal downtime.



Most earlobe repairs can be performed comfortably in our office using local anesthesia.

Individualized Treatment

No two earlobes are exactly alike.

Some patients simply wish to close a stretched gauge opening, while others require repair of a completely torn earlobe, removal of scar tissue, correction of elongated piercing holes, or treatment of keloid scars.



Dr. Branch tailors the repair technique to each patient's anatomy and future goals. For example, patients who plan to have their ears re-pierced in the future may benefit from a different repair than someone who wishes to permanently close the opening.

What Can Earlobe Repair Correct?

Earlobe repair may be performed to:

• Close stretched gauge openings.
• Repair torn or split earlobes.
• Correct enlarged or elongated piercing holes.
• Improve the appearance of stretched or misshapen earlobes.
• Remove selected scars or keloids.
• Restore a more natural, symmetrical appearance.

The Procedure

Most earlobe repairs are completed in the office under local anesthesia and generally take less than an hour.

Following careful reconstruction, the earlobe is closed with fine sutures designed to promote optimal healing and minimize visible scarring. Although every incision creates a scar, scars are usually subtle and become less noticeable with time.



Most patients return to work and normal daily activities immediately or the following day.

After Surgery

Patients should keep the repaired earlobe clean and avoid unnecessary tension while healing.



If future ear piercing is desired, it is generally recommended that patients allow the earlobe to heal completely before re-piercing. During your consultation, Dr. Branch will discuss the appropriate timing based on your individual repair.

The Consultation

Whether your goal is repairing a torn earlobe, closing a gauge opening, or restoring a more natural appearance, treatment is individualized to your anatomy and expectations.



During your consultation, Dr. Branch will discuss your goals, examine the earlobe, explain the available repair options, and recommend the technique most likely to provide the best cosmetic result.

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