Stretched earlobe repair in Vienna

Ear tunnel correction – restoring the earlobe

So-called ear tunnels are often worn for fashion and style reasons. The earlobes are stretched with rings or so-called plugs. This stretching makes tunnels in the earlobe several centimetres in diameter possible. But what can you do if you have had enough of this body jewellery or it becomes a problem in a new job?

It is possible to reduce heavily stretched ear tunnels gradually with ever smaller rings. However, depending on age, this method is extremely lengthy and has only very limited prospects of success. In addition, a hole always remains.

To reconstruct an earlobe in its original shape, the procedure of a plastic surgeon is therefore often unavoidable. The outermost layer of skin under the ring is removed and a wedge is cut into the lower part of the earlobe. The well-perfused tissue is then redistributed, the desired shape is modelled and stitched together with ultra-fine absorbable sutures.

The procedure usually takes place under local anaesthesia, with twilight sedation if needed.

After the ear tunnel correction, the wound is covered with an inconspicuous plaster dressing for a maximum of 14 days. The patient can go out in public straight away and can do sport again after 2 days. The outer stitches are removed after 14 days at the latest; the inner stitches dissolve by themselves after a few weeks. If the patient would like a new ear piercing, this should be done after 2 months at the earliest and outside the reconstructed part.

In a consultation, Dr. Handl informs you about the course of the operation and possible risks.

Ear tunnel correction is a surgical procedure performed to reduce the size of ear tunnels or to close them. It is often chosen by people who used to wear tunnels in their earlobes but now want to return to a more natural look.

In Vienna, Dr. Handl is one of the leading experts in ear tunnel correction and has gained extensive experience in this field. He uses the most modern technologies and techniques to ensure that the results look as natural as possible while meeting the patients' wishes.

In addition to ear tunnel correction, Dr. Handl also offers earlobe restoration. This is a common treatment for people who have worn heavy earrings or have suffered earlobe injuries for other reasons. Dr. Handl strives to restore the natural shape and appearance of the earlobe while keeping the safety and well-being of his patients in mind.

If you live in or around Vienna and are considering an ear tunnel correction or earlobe restoration, Dr. Handl can help you achieve your goals. Contact him for a consultation and to find out more about your options.

Ear tunnel correction is a minimally invasive procedure performed to correct ear piercings that are too large or uneven. Under the direction of Dr. Handl in Vienna, the procedure is performed as an outpatient procedure and usually under local anaesthesia. At the patient's request, light sedation can also be used to make the procedure as comfortable as possible. The procedure usually takes between 30 and 60 minutes.