Torn Earlobes Don't Have to Stay That Way
Earlobe Repair in Ottawa with Dr. Mehrad Jaberi
Maybe a toddler grabbed your earring. Maybe heavy hoops gradually stretched things out over the years. Or maybe you had gauges in your teens and now you're in a career where stretched-out earlobes don't exactly fit the vibe. Whatever happened, you've been looking at damaged earlobes every day and wondering if there's a fix.
Good news: there is, and it's one of the simplest procedures in plastic surgery. Earlobe repair is quick (about 30 minutes), done right in the office under local anesthesia, and the results are remarkably clean. Dr. Jaberi repairs earlobes with the same precision he brings to complex facial surgery — because details matter, even in a "small" procedure.
Quick Facts
| Procedure Time | About 30 minutes per ear |
| Anesthesia | Local anesthesia only |
| Recovery | Minimal — back to normal same day |
| Full Healing | 6 weeks |
| Starting From | $1,500 |
What Is Earlobe Repair?
Earlobe repair is a minor surgical procedure that restores a torn, split, or stretched earlobe to its natural shape. It's more common than you'd think — Dr. Jaberi sees patients with earlobes damaged by everything from accidental earring pulls to years of wearing heavy jewelry to stretched gauge piercings.
The procedure is straightforward: Dr. Jaberi carefully removes the damaged skin edges (because scarred edges won't heal cleanly if just glued together), then precisely stitches the earlobe back into its natural shape, layer by layer. For stretched gauge holes, he may need to reshape more tissue to reconstruct a normal-looking lobe — but the concept is the same.
What makes this procedure worth doing with a board-certified plastic surgeon instead of just anyone? Precision. The earlobe is small, which means every millimeter counts. A poorly repaired earlobe can end up with a notch, an uneven shape, or a visible step-off that looks worse than the original tear. Dr. Jaberi treats this like the detail-oriented procedure it is — and the difference shows in the result.
And yes — once healed, you'll absolutely be able to wear earrings again. That's the whole point.
Who's the Perfect Candidate?
Earlobe repair is right for you if you have:
- A partially or fully torn earlobe (from earrings, trauma, etc.)
- Stretched earlobes from gauges or heavy jewelry
- A split lobe that's been bothering you for years
- Elongated piercing holes that earrings slip through
- Earlobes damaged by an accidental pull or injury
- A desire to wear earrings again comfortably and confidently
There's no minimum age or specific health requirement beyond being free of active infection in the ear area. If your earlobe is damaged and you want it fixed, you're a candidate.
What to Expect — From First Call to Final Result
Your Consultation
This one's pretty quick and straightforward. Dr. Jaberi will examine your earlobes, discuss what happened, and explain exactly how he'll repair them. He'll talk about the technique he'll use based on the type of damage — a simple tear is handled differently than a gauge reconstruction — and let you know what the healing timeline looks like.
Most patients leave the consultation with a procedure date already booked. It's that simple.
The Day Of
You'll come into the office — no hospital, no operating room needed. Dr. Jaberi numbs each earlobe with local anesthesia (a tiny pinch, and then you feel nothing). He trims the damaged edges, carefully reconstructs the lobe in layers, and places fine sutures. The whole thing takes about 30 minutes per ear.
You walk out with small steri-strips or a tiny dressing on each ear. Drive yourself home if you want — there's no sedation, no grogginess, nothing that prevents you from going about your day. Some patients even go back to work the same afternoon.
Recovery Timeline
Minimal discomfort — most people don't even need Tylenol. Keep the area clean and dry. Avoid sleeping on the repaired ear if possible.
Stitches are removed (quick and painless). The earlobe is looking great already. There's a fine line where the repair was made, but it's neat and clean.
The scar is fading. The earlobe feels normal to the touch. You're probably already forgetting it was ever torn.
Fully healed. You can discuss re-piercing with Dr. Jaberi. Most patients are cleared to get new piercings at this point.
Scar continues to fade and soften. Your earlobes look natural and complete. Time to go earring shopping.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes! And most patients do. You'll need to wait about 6 to 8 weeks for complete healing, then you're good to go. Dr. Jaberi recommends placing the new piercing slightly off-center from the scar line for maximum strength. And this time? Maybe go a little lighter on the earrings.
There will be a fine line scar — that's unavoidable with any surgical repair. But Dr. Jaberi's meticulous technique means the scar is thin, well-placed, and fades significantly over a few months. Once you're wearing earrings again, nobody will have any idea the repair was done. Many patients tell us even they forget which ear was repaired.
Right in the office — no hospital visit needed. It's performed under local anesthesia, takes about 30 minutes per ear, and you leave immediately after. It doesn't get more low-key than this. No IVs, no gowns, no fasting. You can eat breakfast, drive yourself in, and drive yourself home.
Absolutely. Whether your gauges were small or large, Dr. Jaberi can reconstruct the earlobe to look natural again. Larger gauge repairs may require removing a bit more tissue and reshaping the lobe, but the end result is a normal-looking ear. He's repaired gauges of all sizes — you'd never know they were there.
Earlobe repair with Dr. Jaberi starts at $1,500. One ear or two, simple tear or gauge reconstruction — the specifics will determine the final cost. You'll get a clear quote at your consultation. For what it's worth, this is one of the most affordable procedures in plastic surgery, and the confidence boost is priceless.
You'll feel a small pinch when the local anesthetic is injected — and that's genuinely the worst part. Once numb, you won't feel a thing during the procedure. After the anesthetic wears off, most patients describe mild tenderness at most. The vast majority don't even need pain medication. This is about as comfortable as surgery gets.
Ready to Fix Those Earlobes for Good?
It's a quick fix with lasting results. Book a consultation with Dr. Jaberi and find out how simple the repair process really is. You'll wonder why you waited so long.
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