A split earlobe occurs when the earlobe either stretches or fully splits, usually due to problems related to wearing earrings. This can happen on purpose or by accident, leading to the piercing hole becoming larger and elongated. Heavy earrings can cause the piercing hole to stretch further downwards, sometimes causing the earlobe to split entirely.
Split earlobes can result in both functional and aesthetic concerns. At TMSC, we have a split earlobe repair Toronto team specializing in earlobe reconstruction. They will help you restore the appearance and function of your earlobes, giving you the confidence to wear earrings again.
Causes include but are not limited to:
At TMSC, our board-certified surgeons use local anesthesia during your split earlobe surgery in Toronto. This numbs the affected area before surgically removing the skin. This produces a surface that heals the earlobe together in a clean manner, leading to a closing of the split. In doing so, the piercing hole is completely closed.
A common misconception is that split earlobes are merely stitched back together, but the reality is that stitching is not enough. About 10 to 14 days following the procedure, any stitches that were made are removed. The healing time is about six to eight weeks, after which a new piercing can be made near the closed split if the patient wishes to do so.
Like any other surgery, scarring is normal after split earlobe surgery. That’s why you may see some scar tissue at the site where the earlobe closed and healed. However, we understand and respect our patients’ desire to have their scars be as small as possible, so we take great care to ensure the best possible outcome. We also educate you on how to take care of the wound post-surgery to reduce scarring.
Our surgeons are highly trained and experienced professionals who care deeply about their patients. Rest assured all of our procedures are carried out with the utmost care, precision, regard for aesthetics, and in a safe environment.
