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Torn Earlobe Surgery
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AFTER SURGERY |
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These photos depict a commonly occurring entity
usually associated with trauma from catching one’s earring on certain
clothing or accidental pulling. This can also be caused by heavy earrings.
The healing scar is still visible as the post-operative photo is fairly recent. |
Earlobe surgery is intended for patients who wish to repair
torn earlobes caused by trauma or by the weight of heavy earrings. This
outpatient procedure is performed only by Dr. Mallen in the office or
surgery center, using a local anesthetic. To preserve the integrity of this
delicate area, it is highly recommended that patients have a plastic surgeon
perform the re-piercing on a repaired healed earlobe. Dr. Mallen often
re-pierces the ear after healing is completed.
During an initial consultation, Dr. Mallen evaluates the injured earlobe.
He reviews the surgical procedure and its associated risks and
restrictions. |
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