Demand increases for stretched earlobe repair
More people who stretched their earlobes using disc earrings and plugs are seeking repair procedures, plastic surgeons report. ASPS member Dr. David Kahn, who has performed repair procedures for the past two years, recently helped a 21-year-old patient who was about to start studies at the University of California, Berkeley. "I don't regret doing it. And I don't regret fixing it, either. You learn something from all of it," the patient said. San Francisco Chronicle (1/6)
I am seeing more patients with this condition. To correct the problem, a reconstruction and re-shaping of the ear lobe is needed after excising excess tissue and removing the large hole. This can usually be done in the office under local anesthesia. EBG
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- E. Bradley Garber MD FACS
- Tulsa, Oklahoma, United States
- I was born in New Orleans. I obtained my B.A. degree with Distinction and Phi Beta Kappa Honors from the University of Colorado. I obtained my M.D. degree from L.S.U. Medical Center. I completed a 5 year surgery residency specializing in Otolaryngology and Head and Neck Surgery in Denver Colorado. I served in the military and spent two years in Germany at Landstuhl Army Medical Center. From 1983-1985, I trained in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery in Miami, Florida under world renowned plastic surgeon, Dr. Ralph Millard. I have been in solo practice for over 20 years performing cosmetic and reconstructive surgery. I have obtained Board Certification by two boards recognized by the American Board of Medical Specialities: The Amercian Board of Plastic Surgery and the American Board of Otolaryngology/Head & Neck Surgery. I have served as President of the Tulsa County Medical Society and Chief of Surgery at St. John Medical Center. It has been an honor and priviledge to provide surgical care to my patients. email: bradgarber@sbcglobal.net