Nipple Size Reduction
Disproportionately large areola and nipple can give your breasts an unbalanced appearance.
The size and shape of your nipple and areolae contribute greatly to the overall appearance of the breasts.
Causes
- Genetics
- Breastfeeding
- Aging
The areola and nipple are large and disproportionate. This makes the breasts look odd. Few problems are
- long nipple
- droopy nipple
- enlarged areolae
- All of these problems can be corrected with surger
Nipple and areola reduction surgery
The areola and nipple can be reduced in size or modified to improve their shape and size so they appear more balanced. If asymmetry exists, one side alone can be treated to balance the other.
Procedure
It is done under local anesthesia. The procedure will take about an hour. An incision is made in the nipple or around the areola. Excess tissue is removed through this incision. Permanent sutures are placed and the incision is closed and dressed.
Recovery
- Some swelling, bruising and numbness for few weeks
- Results are visible in a couple of months
- Numbness and tingling sensations will recover.
The areola or nipple size reduced with virtually invisible scarring gives the breasts a beautiful appearance.
What is nipple and areola reduction surgery?
This surgery reduces the size of the nipple or areola. It can be done on one or both sides. The procedure may also correct the asymmetry.
What causes stretched out nipple and areolae?
The reasons include aging, pregnancy, breastfeeding, weight gain and trauma. Breast augmentation may also contribute to a slight stretching of the areolae depending on the size of the implants.
Risks?
- Reduced sensitivity or numbness of the nipple
- Breastfeeding difficulties.
Result
