Procedure | Surgical
Nipple Reduction
Nipple reduction decreases the size of protruding or disproportionately large nipples and trimming excess tissue to create an aesthetically balanced breast. When performing a nipple reduction, the focus is more commonly on the projection, or height, of the nipple. The diameter, or width, of the nipple can also be corrected during the procedure.
How to prepare:
- Avoiding certain medications, for a week prior to your surgery date.
- Arranging a ride to and from your procedure.
- Fasting the day prior to surgery if general anesthesia will be used.
- Showering with a surgical soap on the day of surgery.
- Avoiding makeup and other cosmetics on the day of surgery
- Removing all body jewelry on the day of surgery and wear comfortable, loose-fitting clothing on the day of surgery.
Areola/nipple reduction surgery is a fairly simple procedure that can be completed in about one hour with local anesthesia. Your surgery may take place at your doctor’s surgical clinic or at a local hospital.
This circular incision will be made along the border of your existing areola, where the scar can be more easily hidden.
An initial period of swelling and bruising often obscures the results. During this time, your surgeon may recommend wearing a specialized bra to protect your nipples.
As the swelling subsides, your breasts will settle into their final position. You’ll notice that your areolas appear smaller and more centered.
You may return to work 1-2 days after Avoid exersice for the first days. Avoid any sexual activity for 10-15 days. Paients are recovered 2 weeks after the procedure.
It may take a few weeks before you’re able to appreciate the results of your areola reduction surgery.
The results of the nipple reduction procedure are visible immediately and are permanent for most patients. Most patients maintain nipple sensation after this procedure, and women are still able to breastfeed if they desire.
The swelling should start to resolve after the first week, though it could take up to six weeks to fully heal.
There’s a small risk that women will have difficulty breastfeeding in the future, but in the hands of an experienced surgeon, this complication should be extremely rare.
Complications from nipple reduction surgery are rare, but potential risks include;
Temporary loss of sensation in the nipple.
Infection at the incision site
Fever.
Severe redness or inflammation
A sudden increase in pain
Pus leaking from your incision site
Unusually slow healing
