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Nipple Numbness after Benilli Lift

asked 1 year ago by 7099anon in illinois
Latest answer by Tom J. Pousti, MD
Question viewed 420 times
Tags: nipples, benelli, numb

I had benilli lift with 370 cc's 3 1/2 months ago. It was a great job, even according ob/gyn. Really hard recovery. I am still having incision pain and inside the tissue below my areola and have nipple numbness. Nipples become erect with cold. The sides of my breast were numb but seem it is going away and replaced with some pain.(good sign?) My PS says I am still very swollen(normal?) and nerves could still be compressed and it will still take time to get feeling back. Do you agree? THANKS!

12 answers to Nipple Numbness after Benilli Lift

Nipple numbness

Hello 7099anon, Transient numbness of the breast skin or nipples is very common after breast augmentation, and has little to do with incision placement, eg. periareolar or circumareolar incision versus inframammary or armpit incision. Most commonly numbness is due to pulling, stretching, or compressing the sensory nerves near there origin from the ribs at the time of surgery when the implant pocket is made and the implant is positioned. This is not due to surgical... more

Gerald Minniti, MD, FACS
Beverly Hills Plastic Surgeon

drminniti.com

Long recovery after BAM with Benelli lift

You should be a bit further along with recovery. As long as the doctor says you are fine, well, then you should be. You have a lot more swelling than I would predict. Numbness may take many months to return. sek

Scott E. Kasden, MD
Dallas Plastic Surgeon

Nipple Numbness after Benilli Lift

Three and a half months seems long for the swelling to still be there. Best to obtain a second opinion. From MIAMI DR. Darryl J. Blinski

Darryl J. Blinski, MD
Miami Plastic Surgeon

Nipple sensation after a Benelli lift

The Benelli lift is a variation of an around the nipple breast lift used for mild breast droop, and the nipple position is often controlled by a blocking suture. Nipple sensory changes are not common as the sensation to the nipple areola come from a deeper tissue layer than the lift. Your breast implants on the other hand do cause considerable stretch to the tissues and nerves of the breast and nipple and sensory changes, especially with a very full implant are more common. These... more

Peter E. Johnson, MD
Chicago Plastic Surgeon

Nipple numbness

You have given a very explanation of how you are doing and every things seems appropriate and normal at this time. Your surgeon has given you correct information and you are wise to keep close contact. Most of the issues will take time to resolve and get better. Nipple sensation loss can occur after any implant operation but it should continue to get better for at least a year. Best Wishes Dr. Peterson

Marcus L. Peterson, MD
Saint George Plastic Surgeon

Breast Lifting Results?

Thank you for the question. Plastic surgeon is in a much better position to advise you ( as opposed to online consultants who do not have the benefit of knowing your situation and/or examining you). I would suggest continued follow-up with him/her. If still concerned a 2nd opinion with in-person consultation may be helpful for reassurance and/or guidance. Best wishes.

Tom J. Pousti, MD
San Diego Plastic Surgeon

Nipple numbness

The symptoms you express are very normal for the post surgical duration, of this type of surgery. The fact that there is improvement at this early healing tim is very encouraging. Continue foll0ow up office visits with your plastic surgeon. Enjoy and good luck!

Rodger Wade Pielet, MD
Chicago Plastic Surgeon

Sensory return after a breast lift and augmentation

You had a lift with implants. Were they placed above or below the muscle? This could also determine the prognosis for long term sensation. Three months is still early with regards to sensory return. Apparently you are seeing improvements. I would allow for approximately 1 year to have a better idea what you will have more long term.

Steven Turkeltaub, MD
Scottsdale Plastic Surgeon

Numbness after breast surgery

Your story is not uncommon. You will need to be patient in order to get a final answer. Nerve regrowth and recovery can take up to two years after any procedure. Your plastic surgeon is right.

John P. Stratis, MD
Harrisburg Plastic Surgeon

Sensation after augmentation

Sensory improvement after breast augmentation can take up to a year. If at 3 months you are getting improved sensation, then that is a good sign.

Steven Wallach, MD
Manhattan Plastic Surgeon

Numbness after Benelli lift

Any breast augmentation, with or without a lift, can cause numbness. This is almost always temporary but can take months to even 2-3 years to reach its full resolution. Be patient, take B complex vitamins and massage the areas.

Richard P. Rand, MD, FACS
Seattle Plastic Surgeon

Nipple numbness after breast implants and breast lift

Changes in nipple sensation are common after breast surgery and in most cases the sensation returns to normal within a few months. It sounds like you are getting some sensation back in the sides of your breasts. You may want to give it a few more months to allow for full recovery.