Earlobe Repair in Providence, RI

Dr. Yoash Enzer offers expert earlobe repair surgery in Providence, Rhode Island. This quick in-office procedure can fix elongated ear piercing holes or split earlobes caused by heavy earrings, accidents, or unknown reasons. Earlobe repair allows patients to wear earrings again and improves the appearance of damaged earlobes.

About the Earlobe Repair Procedure

How Earlobe Repair is Performed

Dr. Enzer performs earlobe repair in-office using local anesthesia. The procedure involves removing the skin lining the tear or split to create a raw edge for reconstruction. Dr. Enzer uses the surgical technique best suited for each patient's specific earlobe damage.

Procedure Duration

Earlobe repair typically takes 30-50 minutes per earlobe, depending on the extent of damage.

Recovery and Aftercare

• Most patients experience minimal discomfort, manageable with over-the-counter pain medication
• Small sutures remain in the earlobe for about a week
• Patients can resume normal activities after one week
• Dr. Enzer recommends waiting 3 months before re-piercing repaired earlobes

Earlobe Repair FAQs

Potential Risks

While rare, risks may include allergic reaction, infection, bleeding, wound reopening, or visible scarring. Dr. Enzer's meticulous technique minimizes these risks and most patients are very satisfied with their results.

Insurance Coverage

Earlobe repair is typically considered a cosmetic procedure and not covered by insurance, except in cases of acute injury. The cost depends on repair complexity and if one or both earlobes are treated.

Schedule Your Earlobe Repair Consultation

Dr. Yoash Enzer is a trusted cosmetic and oculofacial plastic surgeon in the Northeast. To learn more about earlobe repair in Rhode Island, contact Dr. Enzer's office today to schedule a consultation.