Nipple & Areola
Areola and Nipple Reduction and Reconstruction
Nipple and areola reconstruction is often performed on patients who lack one or both nipples commonly due to mastectomy (surgical removal of the breast), injury or a congenital defect. It is often the final step in the breast reconstruction process.
Long or prominent nipples can cause insecurity while wearing swimwear or thin and tighter clothing.
Nipple & Areola Reduction Before & After Photos
About the Procedure
Nipple and areola reconstruction is typically performed several months after the breast reconstruction procedure, when the breast mound has settled into place. Nipple reconstruction typically has 2 stages and consists of a surgical procedure to create a new nipple from the surrounding skin, followed by 3 dimensional tattooing to create a realistic appearing areola.
The procedure to reduce the size or length of the nipples is relatively straight forward and has little to no down time. It can be performed with just a local anaesthetic and can be performed in an hour or less. The result is smaller, more delicate looking nipples that enhances the beauty of the breast.
Areola reduction can also be performed in conjunction with other breast surgeries. The surgeon will make an incision along the pigmented part of the areola, create size and shape and sew the nipple back in place, leaving a smaller more appropriate size that compliments the breast.
Recovery
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