I had a breast lift about a year ago. I'm satisfied with the overall shape but the right nipple had terrible scaring. It is surrounded by scar tissue now with only a little nipple tissue in the middle. I tried nipple tattooing but it didn't seem to take and I would prefer to have actual nipple tissue if possible. I read you can have it stretched and cut out the scar tissue. Is that true? I'm really embarrassed by the way it looks now. Please help.
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September 11, 2016
Answer: Areolar reconstruction can be done with skin grafts
Your breasts are large and appear to be sagging with wide areolae. You can consider a breast lift (mastopexy) to reduce the amount of sag and get desired areolae size. For best results contact an experienced board certified plastic surgeon.
Lisa Lynn Sowder, MD (retired) - Account Suspended says:
Based on your photos, there is no reason for you to have an anchor lift. A vertical mastopexy which leaves a lollipop scar will lift your nipple and also allow the surgeon to push the breast tissue up to give you a little more upper pole fullness. A well done vertical mastopexy makes...
The timeline for recovery and achieving optimal aesthetic results after a tummy tuck (abdominoplasty) and breast lift (mastopexy) can vary from person to person, depending on factors such as individual healing capabilities, surgical techniques, and the extent of the procedures performed. While...