Earlobe repair surgery is a common cosmetic and reconstructive surgery. It is recommended for patients who have torn, split, or cleft earlobes. At HeptaCare Health, we provide safe and advanced treatment for torn earlobes. Book your free consultation with the best plastic surgeons in India and undergo earlobe repair surgery cost-effectively.
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The human ear lobule (lobulus auriculae) or earlobe is the lower portion of the outer ear. It is composed of delicate, cartilaginous tissues that lack firmness. As the earlobe doesn’t contain cartilage or bones, it is vulnerable and more susceptible to injuries. And even though the earlobe doesn’t have any biological function, it is considered an important aesthetic component of the face.
If the earlobe gets damaged, torn, pierced, or distorted, it can affect the individual’s facial appearance. In such cases, the individual can opt for earlobe repair surgery or auricular lobuloplasty to restore the normal structure of the lobule. The procedure is also recommended for individuals who are born with earlobe deformity. To learn more about earlobe repair surgery, get in touch with HeptaCare Health and consult our expert plastic and cosmetic surgeons.
Earlobe repair surgery or auricular lobuloplasty is the procedure performed to repair a split or torn earlobe. An earlobe repair can be performed for cosmetic and/or medical reasons. The surgery restores the original shape of the split earlobe and improves its appearance.
Earlobe repair surgery or lobuloplasty has the following benefits-
A doctor recommends earlobe repair surgery to a patient when he/she has been experiencing the following types of earlobe and piercing-related issues-
The doctor ensures that the patient is experiencing the following challenges before confirming he/she is an ideal candidate for the procedure-
As the earlobe doesn’t consist of bone or cartilage tissues, thus, extensive testing is generally not required before surgery. However, once the patient is admitted to the hospital, the surgeon is likely to order the following routine lab tests to ensure the patient is in optimal health. The tests may include the following:
Besides these, normal tests, such as glucose level tests, potassium level tests, CBC (complete blood count) tests, and coagulation studies are done. The surgeon will take a look at the reports and determine if it is safe to proceed with the surgery.
Prior to the procedure, the doctor’s team will provide detailed instructions to the patient to prepare them for surgery. The common instructions will include the following-
The medical team will also discuss if the patient has a health insurance plan. If so, he/she will be asked to submit the respective documents to initiate the claim request. On the day of surgery, the patient is also asked to sign a consent form before proceeding.
The earlobe repair surgery is customized according to the patient’s needs. The steps involved in the procedure are explained below-
The entire procedure takes around 15 to 30 minutes for both earlobes, and the patient is discharged on the same day after surgery.
Immediately after the surgery, the patient is kept under observation for a couple of hours in the recovery room. After ensuring that everything is fine, the doctor gives permission to discharge.
The patient can expect to feel slight discomfort and itchiness in the treated area. Before discharge, the medical team gives detailed instructions to the patient regarding the recovery.
Lobuloplasty or ear lobule repair surgery is one of the easiest cosmetic surgery and has an almost negligible chance of complications. This can be attributed to the easy implementation of the surgical technique. Patients usually experience temporary side effects of earlobe repair surgery, such as:
These side effects can be managed easily by the doctor. However, in certain cases, the scar may heal abnormally, and a keloid or hypertrophic scar may form, which will need further intervention. In some cases, if the patient fails to comply with the doctor’s instructions and starts wearing heavy ear jewelry again, the earlobe may tear up again.
The results of earlobe repair won’t be visible immediately as there will be minor swelling and bruising around the treated area. These side effects will take a couple of weeks to dissipate.
The overall recovery will take place in 2-3 weeks. And the results will be clearly visible only after that. As dissolvable sutures are used to join the torn tissues, the scarring is also minimal. If the patient wishes to re-pierce the earlobe, he/she can do so after 3 months. The surgeon will also suggest that the piercing should be at least 3 mm away from the old piercing site.
The common instructions the patient will have to follow after the surgery are given below.
Earlobe repair surgery cost in India ranges from Rs. 45500 to Rs. 60000 approximately. It is only an estimated price that varies for each patient depending on the following factors-
There are several non-surgical earlobe repair options available that can help to improve the appearance of the lobule. The methods include the following:
Note: Whatever happens, do not try to close the earlobe hole using glue, contrary to popular beliefs. Using glue is not a sanitary or effective method to repair a split earlobe.
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