Ready to wear earrings again after having an earlobe repair done? Here’s what you should know.
Earlobe repair with Dr. Halaas
One of the most common procedures at Dr. Halaas’s practice is earlobe repair. This is a pain-free, convenient procedure that is performed to restore the earlobes of patients who have torn or stretched theirs because of earrings or gauges.
Dangling earrings can cause micro-tears in the earlobe when they are slept in, showered in, when clothing is pulled over the head, or when children pull on them.
These micro-tears can build up over the years and elongate the earlobe. Ear gauges, which are a style choice, have the after-effect of stretching out the earlobes, which many patients want to correct.
The procedure and re-piercing
When Dr. Halaas corrects the earlobes, numbing cream and a little local anesthesia are used to help keep patients comfortable. Anything that needs to be removed is excised, the edges are freshened, and the torn or elongated area is closed. After one week, the sutures can be removed.
After one month, we invite you back if you would like your ears re-pierced, for no extra charge. We typically don’t re-pierce the ear in the same location as it was before because the scar tissue will not be as strong as it was. Or, if it does reach the same level of strength, it may take months.
Why choose Dr. Halaas?
Not only is Dr. Yael Halaas a double board-certified, leading female facial plastic surgeon in NYC; she also treats every patient like family or a friend. Her ability to listen to a patient’s desires, her aesthetic eye from years of study as an art historian, her meticulous attention to detail, and her compassion are what sets her apart in all procedures. She is known for bringing the best to patients without compromising safety and humanity, and she will work with you to truly understand what you want to achieve from a personal and aesthetic perspective.
