Earlobe Repair for Gauged Piercings: What Are Your Options?

Gauged earlobes can be a form of self-expression, but sometimes your priorities change. Maybe your job, lifestyle, or preferences have shifted, and now you’re ready for a different look. 

At Park Meadows Cosmetic Surgery & Aesthetics in Highlands Ranch near Denver, Colorado, board-certified plastic surgeons Dr. Christopher Williams and Dr. Jeremy Williams can repair your earlobes in a way that looks natural.

Why Gauged Earlobes Need Surgical Repair

When earlobes are stretched past a certain point, they don’t return to their original shape. The skin and tissue adapt permanently, especially with larger gauges worn over time. 

Once the opening exceeds a few millimeters, the elasticity needed for natural healing is lost. This is where surgery becomes the only reliable option to restore the earlobe.

What to Expect From Earlobe Repair Surgery

Earlobe repair for gauged piercings is a simple procedure. At Park Meadows Cosmetic Surgery & Aesthetics in Lone Tree, we make the process as smooth as possible. Here’s what you can typically expect:

• Local anesthesia: The procedure is done in-office or at our outpatient facility.
• Quick treatment time: Most repairs take under an hour per ear.
• Precise reshaping: Stretched tissue is removed, and the lobe is sutured for a natural contour.
• Mild discomfort: Some swelling or tenderness is normal for a few days.
• Easy recovery: Most patients resume normal routines within one to two days.
• Stitch removal: Usually around one week after surgery.
• Gradual healing: The area continues to improve over several weeks.

What Kind of Results Can You Expect?

Our goal is to help your earlobe look more proportionate and symmetrical. While small scars are common, they tend to fade well over time.

In many cases, patients can choose to re-pierce their ears after the repair has fully healed, usually in a different location on the lobe. 

Reversing Gauged Piercings With Skilled Surgical Care

With two board-certified plastic surgeons, an accredited surgical center, and a reputation for exceptional care, Park Meadows offers a trusted setting for cosmetic procedures. We invite you to schedule a complimentary cosmetic consultation to learn more about your options.

Call 303-706-1100 to schedule your visit. We proudly serve patients from Lone Tree, Highlands Ranch, and throughout the Denver metro area.