I cannot provide specific referral contact information for plastic surgeons
I do not have access to current contact details, addresses, or phone numbers for plastic surgeons in the Winchester or Lexington, Kentucky area. Medical provider directories change frequently, and I cannot provide this type of real-time, location-specific information.
How to Find a Qualified Surgeon for Earlobe Repair
To locate plastic surgeons or dermatologic surgeons who perform earlobe repair in your area, use these resources:
- American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS) - Their "Find a Plastic Surgeon" tool at plasticsurgery.org allows you to search by zip code and procedure type
- American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery (AAFPRS) - Offers a surgeon finder at aafprs.org
- American Society for Dermatologic Surgery (ASDS) - Provides a "Find a Dermatologic Surgeon" directory at asds.net
- Your primary care physician or dermatologist - Can provide local referrals based on their professional network
What to Expect from Earlobe Repair
Split earlobe repair is a straightforward outpatient procedure that can be performed by plastic surgeons, facial plastic surgeons, or dermatologic surgeons 1, 2, 3, 4, 5.
- The procedure typically involves surgical closure under local anesthesia with various techniques to prevent notching and minimize visible scarring 2, 3, 4
- Repiercing can often be done immediately at the time of repair or after 6-8 weeks of healing, depending on the technique used 6, 1, 3, 4
- Advanced techniques using cartilage reinforcement can prevent recurrence in cases prone to re-tearing 1
Questions to Ask When Calling Offices
- Do you perform earlobe repair for split earlobes from earring trauma?
- What technique do you use?
- Can the ear be repierced at the time of repair or how long must I wait?
- What is your experience with this procedure?
- What are the costs (as this is typically cosmetic and not covered by insurance)?