Ear lobe is a delicate area and can become enlarged or tear due to heavy earrings or skin thinning due to aging.

Ear lobe repair is a procedure, done under local anesthesia. The skin of the enlarged hole or tear is removed and fresh edges are made that are stitched together to give a nice support to the lobe. The dressing stays in place for a week and then stitches are removed. A new small hole can then be pierced.