Before the procedure, you will have a consultation with one of our consultant plastic surgeons to evaluate the split and discuss the treatment plan and aftercare. If a split earlobe repair is felt to be an appropriate treatment option, it may be possible to combine the consultation with the procedure as a ‘see and treat’ appointment which can be more convenient and cost-effective. This can be discussed at the time of booking the consultation.
Plastic Surgery
Split Earlobe Surgery
At A Glance
Price:
From £750
Expected Results:
Restoration of earlobe
Length of Surgery:
Between 30 and 60 minutes
Anaesthesia:
Local
Recovery:
Usual activities by 1 week
The Consultation
The Procedure
Split earlobe repair will be undertaken under local anaesthesia in one of our two state-of-the-art operating theatres. This will numb the area to ensure minimal pain or discomfort The procedure often involves creating a geometric re-arrangement of the skin edges along the split in order to reconstruct a smooth shape to the lobe. This is then carefully stitched together, and a dressing may be applied.
Aftercare & Results
After your procedure, you will be given personalised aftercare guidance from your consultant. This will vary depending upon the exact procedure you’ve had. It is very important that you follow the aftercare advice to achieve the optimum results.
If a dressing has been applied after the procedure you will be given instructions on how to look after the area and when to remove the dressing.
The procedure will have used you stitches, and your consultant will advise you if your stitches are absorbable or not. If not, they will usually require removal about one week after your treatment. It’s important to keep the wound clean and dry and to follow any specific instructions you’ve been given regarding wound care and when you can start to wear earrings again.
Your consultant may want you to attend a follow-up appointment to monitor the healing process and see how your recovery is going.
If you have had skin surgery this will result in a scar, but there are steps you can take to minimise its visibility. Massaging the area regularly for a few minutes at a time can help the scar tissue to soften, producing a nicely faded scar. Your consultant will advise you when to start this and how to go about it. We also advise using a high SPF sunscreen on the area for around 12 months after your procedure.
What our clients think
Lovely experience . Dr abood was very kind and reassured me well before the procedure
The Day Clinic staff and Dr Abood were exceptional. Greeted with a smile, offered a drink while I waited for my appointment, on time and procedures explained with detail, super friendly. I went ahead on the day, having two moles removed. Aftercare explained and off I went. I wish I had it done sooner. Highly recommend
Thanks Dr Abood!
Plenty of parking and easy to find.
Thanks Dr Abood!
Plenty of parking and easy to find.
Very happy with the professionalism of the The Day Clinic staff and Dr Abood , everything was explained to me from start to finish of the procedure of the removal of my lipoma , which I’m very happy with.
The Day Clinic is very easy to find and plenty of parking available.
I would recommend Dr Abood to anyone wanting a procedure.
The Day Clinic is very easy to find and plenty of parking available.
I would recommend Dr Abood to anyone wanting a procedure.
I thoroughly recommend Dr Abood and his team. The Day Clinic is bright, super clean & modern. I felt informed, relaxed & looked after during my procedures
where I had a Lipoma and a small cyst removed from my face. I shall be returning next week to have my stitches removed.
The Day Clinic is also very accessible being on the outskirts of Cambridge.
where I had a Lipoma and a small cyst removed from my face. I shall be returning next week to have my stitches removed.
The Day Clinic is also very accessible being on the outskirts of Cambridge.
Dr Abood and his team were recommended to me for his seamless minimal scaring small operations. I had a small op to remove a lump in a visible area. The operation was very seamless, quick and low fuss. Free parking, easy to find, and the team were extremely friendly and attentive. They made a real effort to squeeze me in in a short time frame which I really appreciated, and sent me away with an after care plan. The actual wound was extremely tidy and I felt the operation was extremely thorough and professional. I had an appointment to view and operate on the same day but I also know that if I had wanted to postpone the operation to have time to process what he had told me, they would have done so, and made every effort to make me comfortable moving forward.
Although I'm still to see the final healed result I would thoroughly recommend the day Clinic for small ops like mine.
Although I'm still to see the final healed result I would thoroughly recommend the day Clinic for small ops like mine.
No problems, would recommend. Operation was quick and painless. Recovery is not too sore.
So terrific to be seen and treated quickly. I had 100% confidence in Dr Abood, both in terms of his professionalism and his communications to me as a patient.
lovely clean professional treatment, care and information easy to understand and looked after very well
Very pleased with my experience at The Day Clinic. The staff are all exceptionally kind and helpful, and the surgery went smoothly.
Potential Risks
While split earlobe repair is generally considered a very safe procedure, there are some potential risks and complications you should be aware of. These may include:
Infection
Any surgical procedure carries a risk of infection. Warning signs may include increased pain, redness, swelling, warmth, or discharge from the wound. Most infections will present themselves around 9 days after a procedure and the treatment is usually a one-week course of oral antibiotics. Should you have any concerns about the presence of infection we will be available to see and advise you accordingly.
Bleeding
Bleeding may occur during or after the removal procedure. In rare cases, excessive bleeding may require medical attention.
Scarring
Following any form of surgery there will be a scar. The extent of scarring can vary, and is dependent on your particular case and how you heal. We will do all we can to minimise the appearance of any unavoidable scarring.
Nerve Damage
There may be some alteration to the sensation of your earlobe. In most cases this Is temporary but rarely could be permanent.
Recurrence
Most cases of split earlobes are related to wearing earrings. The split occurs either due to the continuous weight of the earring or from a traumatic tug while wearing an earring which results in a split. While it will be perfectly possible to return to wearing earrings, continuous earing use may results in the same situation arising.
