Earlobe Repair in Cherry Hill, NJ | Dr. Anthony Corrado

Understanding Earlobe Damage and Repair

Thousands of individuals with pierced ears experience torn earlobes that require cosmetic correction. The increasing popularity of body piercings, such as gauge ear stretching, has significantly increased the frequency of earlobe damage. Dr. Corrado specializes in expert earlobe repair in the Cherry Hill, New Jersey region.

Types of Earlobe Tears

Earlobe tears can be partial or complete, presenting unique challenges for repair. These injuries can result from various circumstances, including:

• Heavy earring wear
• Gauge or disk ear piercings
• Accidental snagging on clothing or accessories
• Children's inadvertent pulling
• Traumatic incidents affecting the ear

Surgical Repair Procedure

Dr. Corrado performs earlobe repair using a precise, minimally invasive approach. The procedure typically involves local anesthesia and lasts approximately thirty minutes. Depending on the tear's severity, techniques may include:

• Partial wound excision and re-suturing
• Complete tear reconstruction
• Border repair with specialized suturing techniques

Earlobe Correction Possibilities

Beyond tear repair, Dr. Corrado offers comprehensive earlobe aesthetic correction for various conditions, including:

• Overly long or oddly-shaped earlobes
• Earlobes damaged by trauma
• Extremely stretched piercings
• Congenital earlobe deformities

Why Choose Dr. Corrado for Earlobe Repair in New Jersey

Dr. Anthony Corrado is a double board-certified facial plastic surgeon renowned for delivering superior surgical outcomes. His clinic in Cherry Hill provides world-class facial plastic surgery techniques, ensuring patients receive exceptional care and natural-looking results.

Recovery and Aftercare

Earlobe repair recovery is typically straightforward. Patients can expect suture removal within seven days and can resume most normal activities quickly. Dr. Corrado recommends waiting three months before re-piercing and advises careful consideration of future ear jewelry.

For more information about Earlobe Repair in Cherry Hill, NJ, submit an enquiry to Dr. Anthony Corrado.