Earlobe Repair & Reduction In Newport Beach, CA
Restoring Balance and Beauty to the Ears
The ears play a subtle yet essential role in facial balance. Over time or due to injury, heavy earrings, or stretching, the earlobes can tear, elongate, or lose their natural contour. Earlobe repair is a simple yet transformative procedure that restores the earlobe’s natural shape and symmetry, allowing patients to feel confident wearing earrings or simply enjoying a more refined appearance.
Dr. Shabnam Ghazizadeh offers expert earlobe repair in Newport Beach, using meticulous techniques to ensure smooth, natural-looking results. As a board-certified facial plastic surgeon, she blends surgical precision with aesthetic artistry to restore harmony and proportion to the face.
What Is Earlobe Repair?
Earlobe repair is a minor surgical procedure designed to correct tears, splits, or stretched piercings. Whether caused by trauma, gauges, or gradual thinning from years of earring wear, the procedure reconstructs the earlobe using delicate suturing and contouring techniques.
Dr. Ghazizadeh performs earlobe repair under local anesthesia in a comfortable, office-based setting. The procedure typically takes less than an hour and requires little to no downtime, making it an ideal option for both men and women seeking discreet yet noticeable rejuvenation.
Earlobe Reduction: Refining Overly Large or Elongated Lobes
For patients who feel their earlobes are too long, droopy, or out of proportion with the rest of their face, earlobe reduction offers a subtle yet effective solution.
During this refined cosmetic procedure, Dr. Ghazizadeh carefully removes a small amount of excess skin and tissue to create a smaller, more youthful lobe shape. The incisions are discreetly placed along the natural folds of the ear, ensuring scars are virtually invisible once healed.
Earlobe reduction can be performed alone or combined with earlobe repair for patients with stretched piercings or elongated lobes. The goal is to restore balance and symmetry, resulting in ears that appear naturally proportionate and elegant, without looking overcorrected or surgically altered.
Benefits of Earlobe Repair and Reduction
Earlobe repair offers both aesthetic and practical advantages for individuals seeking to restore their ear’s natural contour and symmetry. Key benefits include:
Restored Shape and Symmetry
Corrects tears, stretching, or elongation for a balanced, refined look.
Minimal Downtime
Performed under local anesthesia with minimal discomfort or downtime.
Long-Lasting Results
Durable repair designed to withstand future earring wear.
Refined, Natural Appearance
Smooth contours that enhance facial harmony.
Discreet and Safe
Small incisions and meticulous suturing minimize visible scarring.
This precise, patient-centered approach achieves subtle yet transformative results, reflecting Dr. Ghazizadeh’s dedication to natural beauty and meticulous craftsmanship.
Why Choose Dr. Ghazizadeh Facial Plastic Surgery?
Dr. Shabnam Ghazizadeh is a double board-certified facial plastic and reconstructive surgeon recognized for her meticulous technique, artistic eye, and dedication to achieving natural, harmonious results. With advanced training in facial anatomy and reconstructive surgery, she has a deep understanding of the delicate balance and symmetry that define facial beauty. Dr. Ghazizadeh approaches every procedure, from subtle refinements like earlobe repair to comprehensive facial rejuvenation, with precision and care, ensuring outcomes that look seamless and refined.
At her state-of-the-art Newport Beach practice, Dr. Ghazizadeh combines surgical expertise with a personalized, compassionate approach. Each treatment plan is thoughtfully designed around the patient’s goals, anatomy, and lifestyle to deliver results that enhance confidence while preserving individuality. Her commitment to patient education, comfort, and safety has earned her a reputation for excellence and natural aesthetic transformation.
Ideal Candidates for Earlobe Repair & Reduction
You may be a good candidate for earlobe repair or reduction if you:
Have torn, stretched, or sagging earlobes from earrings or trauma
Feel your earlobes appear too large or out of proportion
Wish to close large piercing holes or remove gauge stretching
Plan to re-pierce your ears after healing
Are in good health and have realistic expectations
The Earlobe Repair & Reduction Process
Consultation and Planning
Your journey begins with a private consultation with Dr. Ghazizadeh. She carefully examines your earlobes, listens to your concerns, and discusses your goals in detail. Together, you’ll determine whether repair, reduction, or a combination of both procedures will best achieve the look you desire. Dr. Ghazizadeh also provides guidance on future re-piercing timing and placement for the most flattering results.
The Procedure
After applying local anesthesia for comfort, Dr. Ghazizadeh removes damaged or stretched tissue, reshapes the earlobe contour, and closes the incision with fine sutures. In reduction cases, excess skin is artfully trimmed to achieve the ideal size and symmetry. The entire process is performed with precision and care to minimize scarring and create beautifully natural results.
Recovery
Recovery is generally quick and comfortable. Mild redness or swelling may appear for a few days but resolves quickly. Sutures are usually removed within one week, and re-piercing is typically safe after 8–12 weeks once full healing occurs. Most patients return to work and normal routines within a few days.
What to Expect After Treatment
Following your procedure, it’s normal to experience mild swelling or tenderness for the first few days. Dr. Ghazizadeh provides detailed aftercare instructions to support healing and reduce the risk of irritation. Avoid wearing earrings or placing pressure on the earlobes during the initial healing phase.
Within four to six weeks, the earlobes typically take on their new, refined shape. Scars fade gradually over time and often become nearly invisible. Once healing is complete, you may safely re-pierce your ears and enjoy the confidence of beautifully balanced results.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does the procedure take?
Most procedures take 30–60 minutes, depending on the complexity and whether reduction is included.
Will there be visible scars?
Scars are minimal and fade naturally over time, often becoming barely visible.
Can I re-pierce my ears after surgery?
Yes. Re-piercing is usually safe after 8–12 weeks, once the tissue has fully healed.
Is the procedure painful?
Discomfort is minimal since it’s performed under local anesthesia. Most patients describe only mild tenderness afterward.
