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Recovery Time After Earlobe Surgery

2026-08-05 09:24:18
Hello Doctor, I have a torn earlobe and I'm considering earlobe repair surgery. I would like to know: 1. How long does the surgery usually take? 2. How long does it take for the earlobe to heal completely? 3. After how many weeks or months can I wear earrings again? 4. Will there be a visible scar after the surgery? 5. Are there any precautions I should follow during recovery? Thank you.
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It's minor procedure. It will take half an hour. After 10 weeks you can do piercing again. Maintain hygiene. Minor scar will be visible.

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Depends on the surgeon who’s doing it
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Follow surgeon advice and answers would be done by surgeon who’s doing it

Answered2026-08-06 22:08:13

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Ear lobe repair is a minor procedure. It takes roughly half hour for both ears. Its is advised to wear earrings after 12 weeks . The scar is very minutely visible. Maintain hygiene of surgery site post repair

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it will take a 1 hour procedure and it will heal within 3 weeks and after 6 to 8 weeks you can start wearing earings again the scar will be less if sutured properly and you can followup first time after 10 days and then after 2 months

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Surgery usually takes 10 to 15 minutes, Mostly 7 to 10 days is the healing period. You can wear earrings after 3 months. Scar is minimal.
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