The nipples and areolas can cause a lot of insecurity for both men and women.
The areola is the flat, pigmented skin surrounding the nipple, whereas the nipple is the very center portion of the breast that is often raised.
For those concerned about protruding, large or long nipples, Dr. Lee can perform Beverly Hills nipple reduction surgery to help restore an aesthetically pleasing appearance to the breasts. During the procedure, the entire areolar complex can be repositioned and manipulated to help achieve symmetry and harmony while minimizing the risk of the nipple losing any sensitivity or function. The desired amount of tissue is extracted from the nipples through an incision well-camouflaged around the areola. The procedure is outpatient and can be done under local anesthesia!
Areolas can be enlarged for many reasons, including pregnancy, weight gain or genetics. The size and shape of the areola can be surgically altered, and is most commonly performed with a breast lift, breast reduction or top surgery procedure. The desired areola size is measured and discussed with Dr. Michelle Lee prior to any operation.
For clients unhappy with the projection of their nipples, there are surgical or non-surgical treatment options. Non-surgically, dermal fillers are injected to plump and augment the nipples. Surgically, projected nipples can be reconstructed using the patient’s own tissue, similarly performed with flaps during breast mound reconstruction in cancer patients.
While recovery is individual, most patients experience minimal downtime with nipple/areola surgery. We recommend staying away from the pool or swimming for at least 3 weeks. Patients typically recover fairly quickly from this procedure.
