Everett Nipple Surgery doctors

	Mary Lee Peters, MD Seattle Plastic Surgeon 901 Boren Avenue Suite 1650, Seattle		1 answer
	David F. Pratt, MD Kirkland Plastic Surgeon 10413 NE 37th Circle Bldg 3, Suite B, Kirkland
	Brian Windle, MD Everett Plastic Surgeon 12800 Bothell Everett Hwy Ste. 260, Everett

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Can the Slack Areolar Skin Be Removed Between the Nipple and Edge of Areola? Can slack areolar skin be removed between the nipple and within the border of the areola? I do not want implants and want the most minimal of scarring. I am happy with my natural breast shape and size but am bothered by the stretched out areola. Can this be done and how does the scarring result?

A: Reducing Areolar Size

The width of the areola is reduced in breast lifts and breast reductions. It can also be accomplished without the lift. It involves removing a ring of skin aroung the outer edge and gathering it to the smaller size. We call that a purse string suture. There are several ways to minimize the scarring, including use of a type of suture that is resistant to stretching and postoperative taping. If you would like I would be happy to discuss details with you in person at your convenience. Your consult fee will be waived if you mention Real Self.

Mary Lee Peters, MD

Seattle Plastic Surgeon