Restore the Natural Shape of Your Ears with Dr. Joelle Rogal, Facial Plastic Surgery Specialist
Whether from years of wearing heavy earrings, accidental trauma, or an overly stretched piercing, a torn or damaged earlobe can impact both your appearance and your confidence. At her boutique facial plastic surgery practice in Harrison, NY, Dr. Joelle Rogal, a double board-certified facial plastic and reconstructive surgeon, offers precise, aesthetic earlobe repair procedures that restore symmetry and smoothness to damaged earlobes—often with little to no downtime.
What Causes Earlobe Damage?
The auricle, or outer portion of the ear, is made up of contoured cartilage covered by skin—except for the earlobe, which contains no cartilage. Because of this soft composition, the earlobe is especially prone to:
- Tears from sudden earring pulls
- Stretching due to heavy or gauged earrings
- Splits or elongation from repeated trauma or aging
- Multiple piercings causing thinning or fragility of the tissue
Whether your damage is partial, complete, or involves multiple tears, earlobe repair can restore a clean, natural shape—enhancing both facial harmony and your comfort wearing earrings again.
Why Choose Dr. Joelle Rogal for Earlobe Repair?
Dr. Rogal combines technical precision with an artistic approach to facial aesthetics. Her credentials include:
- Double board certification in facial plastic and reconstructive surgery
- Specialized experience in minimally invasive facial procedures
- A patient-first approach with personalized treatment plans
- A reputation for discreet scar placement and natural results
Patients from Westchester County, NYC, and beyond trust Dr. Rogal to repair earlobe damage with subtlety and care.
The Earlobe Repair Procedure
Earlobe repair is a straightforward in-office procedure performed under local anesthesia. Here’s what you can expect:
- The earlobe is cleansed with antiseptic and numbed with local anesthetic.
- Any stretched or torn skin is carefully excised, allowing for clean edges.
- The area is then sutured using a combination of internal dissolving stitches and external fine sutures to ensure optimal healing and minimal scarring.
- The procedure typically takes 30–60 minutes per earlobe.
Dr. Rogal’s gentle technique minimizes trauma and ensures a natural contour—whether the goal is full repair or preparation for a future piercing.
Recovery and Aftercare
Recovery from earlobe repair is quick and relatively painless. Most patients resume normal activity within a day or two. Dr. Rogal provides detailed aftercare instructions, including:
- Cleaning the area 3 times daily for one week
- Avoiding earrings or piercings for 2 to 6 months
- Returning for suture removal (if non-dissolvable) in 1–2 weeks
- Using over-the-counter pain relief, if needed
Dr. Rogal may also offer re-piercing at a later appointment once the earlobe is fully healed and stable.
Risks of Earlobe Repair
While earlobe repair is low-risk, all surgical procedures carry the possibility of complications. These may include:
- Minor bleeding or bruising
- Infection at the incision site
- Temporary pain or swelling
- Scarring (usually minimal and well-concealed)
- A slight notch or depression at the repair site
Dr. Rogal’s meticulous technique significantly reduces these risks and maximizes aesthetic results.
Get Started: Restore Confidence in Your Appearance
You don’t have to live with torn, stretched, or damaged earlobes. Whether you’re looking to wear earrings again—or simply want to restore balance and beauty to your ears—earlobe repair with Dr. Joelle Rogal offers a safe, effective solution with natural-looking results.
Contact us today to schedule a consultation at our Harrison, NY office, and take the first step toward restoring confidence in your appearance.