Duration of the treatment 45-60 minutes
Fit for Everyday Life Immediate results
Recovery Time 5-7 days
Follow-up Treatment 3 month review
Treatment offered at All clinics

What Is Earlobe Correction and Repair?

At Aesthetics of Essex, earlobe correction and repair is carried out under local anaesthetic and takes less than an hour to complete. The earlobe is reshaped or resized by one of our GMC-registered surgeons, who then stitches the earlobe back together with tiny sutures, reconstructing its normal contour.

Earlobe correction and repair can help with:

  • A split or torn earlobe, whether it happened suddenly (an earring caught and pulled) or gradually, over years of wear
  • A stretched piercing hole that’s grown too large for your earrings to sit properly
  • Earlobes stretched from wearing heavy earrings over time
  • Wanting to wear earrings, have your ear re-pierced, or return to a smaller piercing hole once healed
Close-up of an ear for earlobe correction treatment

What to Expect During Your Appointment

  • Your initial consultation appointment starts with a chat about what’s happened to your earlobe and the result you’d like to achieve. One of our clinicians will check whether earlobe correction and repair is right for you.
  • The area is numbed with a local anaesthetic for your comfort. Then, the edges of the piercing hole or split are carefully reconstructed to its natural, curved shape.
  • Before you leave, we’ll talk you through how to look after your ear or ears while they heal, and when to come back to have any stitches removed.
Easrlobe correction
Benefit one

One appointment

Earlobe correction and repair is carried out in a single appointment, usually in under an hour.

Benefit two

Local anaesthetic

The procedure is carried out under local anaesthetic, so there's no need for a general anaesthetic or an overnight stay.

Benefit three

A natural-looking shape

Tiny stitches bring the earlobe back together, restoring its normal curved contour.

Benefit four

Wear earrings again

Once your earlobe has healed, you can usually consider wearing earrings again or having your ear re-pierced.

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    Why Choose Aesthetics of Essex for Earlobe Correction

    Earlobe correction in Essex is one of the more straightforward minor procedures we carry out. It sits alongside blepharoplasty and our other minor operations, carried out by our GMC-registered surgeons.

    Earlobe correction and repair is one of more than 40 treatments across skin, injectables, laser, vascular and minor surgery that our team offers under one roof.

    Every consultation is free with no pressure to go ahead, ensuring you make the best decision for you.

    See our full price list for other treatments.

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    Earlobe Correction Pricing

    One Ear

    £650

    Earlobe correction and repair on one ear.

    Two Ears

    £850

    Earlobe correction and repair on both ears.

    Otoplasty (pin back ears)

    £2,250

    Pin-back ear surgery. Confirmed at consultation.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    What causes a split or stretched earlobe?

    Earlobes usually split or stretch from years of wearing heavy earrings, wearing stretchers or if an earring is caught, pulled or torn. However it happens, the hole is unlikely to close up or retract to its original size on its own.

    Does earlobe correction hurt?

    Earlobe correction at Aesthetics of Essex is carried out under local anaesthetic, so the area is numbed before treatment. Most people find the procedure comfortable, but like any minor procedure, you may notice some mild discomfort once the anaesthetic wears off.

    How long does earlobe correction and repair take?

    The procedure itself takes less than an hour, so most people are in and out within one appointment.

    How long is the recovery time for ear correction?

    Recovery time is typically 5 to 7 days, but it can vary from person to person. Your clinician will talk you through aftercare so you know how to best care for your ears afterwards.

    Can I wear earrings or have my ear re-pierced after earlobe repair?

    Many people have earlobe correction because they’d like to wear earrings again. However, you have to wait for the tissue to heal completely beforehand.

    Will earlobe correction and repair leave a scar?

    Because the earlobe is stitched back together, repairing it will likely leave a small, discreet scar. Thankfully, this will significantly fade over time.

    Who carries out earlobe correction at Aesthetics of Essex?

    Earlobe correction and repair is a minor surgical procedure, carried out by our GMC-registered surgeons.

    Is earlobe correction and repair a safe procedure?

    Earlobe correction and repair is generally considered a straightforward, low-risk procedure for our team of surgeons. However, as with any minor surgical procedure, there’s a small risk of infection, scarring or an uneven result.

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