Earlobe Repair: Because Small Tears Deserve Thoughtful Attention
Your earlobes carry more than just earrings—they carry identity, style, and stories. So when a tear, stretch, or deformity disrupts that, it can feel disproportionately unsettling. The good news? Earlobe repair is simple, safe, and beautifully restorative.
At SkinWise Clinic, we combine aesthetic precision with medical care to help you wear your earrings—and your confidence—freely again.
What Is Earlobe Repair?
Earlobe repair is a minor surgical procedure to correct:
Torn earlobes – often from heavy earrings or accidental trauma
Stretched earlobes – due to long-term use of gauges or large earrings
Multiple piercings gone wrong
Keloid or scar tissue removal
Asymmetry or irregular lobe shape
The goal is to recreate a natural-looking, strong earlobe that can even be re-pierced after healing.
Common Causes of Earlobe Damage
Heavy earrings worn frequently
Sudden pulls or trauma (e.g. child tugging, hairbrush snags)
Sleeping with earrings
Poorly placed piercings
Prolonged gauge use
Keloid-prone skin
Even the most cautious person can experience a tear—it’s more common than you think.
Who Is a Good Candidate?
Anyone with:
A fully or partially torn earlobe
Elongated piercings that affect earring fit
Desire for aesthetic improvement of lobe shape or symmetry
Keloid scars needing surgical correction under expert care
We assess each case individually—your skin type, scar tendency, and healing goals all matter.
What to Expect During the Procedure
At SkinWise Clinic, earlobe repair is done as an outpatient, in-clinic procedure:
Local anaesthesia to ensure total comfort
Excision of the stretched or torn skin margins
Precise layered suturing for strength and scar minimization
Sterile dressing and post-care instructions
⏱ Time taken: ~30–45 minutes
💼 Downtime: Minimal—you can return to routine the same day
Recovery and Aftercare
Sutures are removed in 5–7 days
Avoid sleeping on the side of the repair
Keep the area clean and dry
Scar creams may be recommended
Re-piercing can be done after 6–8 weeks—in a safe, corrected position
Will There Be a Scar?
Yes—but usually very minimal and well-camouflaged in the natural folds of the earlobe. With proper technique and care, the results are both functional and aesthetic.
Why Choose SkinWise Clinic?
✔️ Performed by a trained dermatologist
✔️ Clean, sterile, aesthetic-focused procedure
✔️ Guidance on safe re-piercing
✔️ Keloid-prone patients handled with caution and experience
✔️ Minimal downtime, maximum confidence