Nipple Reduction

Nipple reduction is a surgery to reduce the projection and or girth of the nipple. This can be done as a part of breast surgery (augmentation/reduction/ lift) or separately.

3 simple steps to Nipple Reduction

  • Nipple reduction if performed alone, can be done under local anaesthesia, whereas if performed as a part of breast surgery, will be performed under general anaesthesia.
  • There are two techniques used in nipple reductions: the wedge technique and the flap technique.
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  • The wedge involves cutting a wedge-shaped piece out of the nipple and attaching the sides together.
  • The flap technique involves making an incision around the base of the nipple at the desired projection level, leaving a small portion attached.
  • The excess tissue is removed and the flap is turned down to create a smaller nipple.
  • The very fine absorbable stitches will fall out naturally after a week to 10 days, and the dressings will be removed after 1 week.
  • You may experience minimal swelling and discomfort for 2 weeks, and at 4- 6 weeks you may expect to see the final result.

    • How is Nipple Reduction surgery performed?

    nipple Areolar Complex

    is safely transported while still being attached to a strip of tissue called the pedicle to a higher and a more aesthetically pleasing position.

    Breast tissue

    is then strategically removed from different areas of the breast to reduce and reshape the remaining breast and the breasts also get lifted to achieve a perkier look.

    Liposuction

    is used in most breast reduction surgeries to achieve a better contour of the lateral chest area in order to achieve an overall better looking breasts.

    You ask, we answer.

    If you’re an adult and have nipples that you feel are too wide, too long, or both,
    and in generally good health, you’re likely to be a good candidate for nipple
    reduction. The procedure can be performed on both men and women. Nipple
    reduction is not recommended for women who plan to breast feed soon, or those
    who are pregnant.

    Every patient comes to nipple reduction surgery with slightly different aims, and
    we at luxe Cosmetique will adapt the technique to meet the patient’s specific
    requirements.

    Most of the people recover in approximately 10 days’ time. Many individuals
    return to work on the very second day. Patients are advised to refrain from
    strenuous exercise and sexual activity for 6 weeks.

    The scars from nipple reduction surgery are among the least visible plastic surgery
    scars. They are extremely inconspicuous and are usually hidden on the underside
    of the nipple and in the fold where the nipple meets the areola.

    Like any other surgical procedure, nipple reduction may be associated with risks
    like pain, infection, asymmetry, temporary loss of sensation, or increased
    sensitivity, loss of pigment, disruption of sutures and scarring.

    Nipple reduction will not impact a woman’s ability to breastfeed. Rarely,
    nipple reduction performed by untrained people may result in blocked
    ducts, impairing breast feeding. That’s why, it’s always important to be
    operated by a board certified plastic surgeon who is trained well enough
    in the particular surgery.