Ear lobe repair
What is ear lobe repair?
Earlobe repair is usually done to repair torn, stretched or damaged earlobes, usually as a result of trauma or wear and tear from heavy jewellery.
How long does it take for earlobe repair to heal?
After earlobe repair, stitches are typically removed after 1 week, and the earlobe can be re-pierced once the area has fully healed, which is after 6 weeks. When piercing your ears again, you should not get the same spot pierced, as the scar tissue may cause complications.
Is the torn ear lobe heal on its own?
Torn ear lobe won’t heal on its own.The lobe is fully torn through, that also won’t healwithout sutures. The procedure is not difficult or painful. It takes around 30 minutes to suture the torn ear lobe.