How Can I Get Smaller Areolas Without the Puffiness?

asked 8 months ago by rachelz56
Latest answer by Tom J. Pousti, MD
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Tags: age 25-34, female, areola reduction, options, puffy nipples

I do not have tuberous breast, nor do I have kids. I wear a size D bra but my aerolas are always big and puffy, yet when they constrict they go from a half dollar size to a nickel size and look perfect. Also, my skin is very thin and you can see the veins in my nipples when they are not constricted. Is there anything I can do to make them look permanently constricted? I am 25.

2 answers to How Can I Get Smaller Areolas Without the Puffiness?

Areola reduction?

Thank you for the question and picture. Based on your description and picture my first recommendation would be: no surgery at this time. Basically, I think that the risks of the procedure (in your case) outweigh the potential benefits. The risk of areola reduction surgery include ( but are not limited to) infection, areola asymmetry, loss of sensation, hypertrophic or keloid scar formation, wound healing problems, spreading of the areola, flattening of... more

Tom J. Pousti, MD
San Diego Plastic Surgeon

Areolar Reduction is a Possibility

I’m not sure what you mean when you say your areolas are ‘puffy.’ Based upon the picture you provided, I would not describe your areolas as ‘puffy’, but instead as normal. You could consider an areolar reduction -- but given your breast size and weight, skin quality, and absence of breast skin laxity this will have to be performed utilizing a technique to reduce the risk of scar widening. An areolar reduction will produce a more defined areolar border and... more

Kenneth Dembny, II, MD
Milwaukee Plastic Surgeon

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