What Size Should my Nipples Be if I Am Estimated to Be a C Cup After Breast Lift?

I am trying to decide what size nipples I should be reduced to when I have my upcoming major lift / mommy makeover. My doc said he uses a 3.5 cm marking ring but I find that a little small. In your opinion what size would you recommend for an estimated C cup 36. Thanks

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Nipple Size Reduction

Hello. Areola size is purely aesthetic. For this reason, the decision will be up to you. 3.5 cm is fairly small; I usually use a 3.8 cm or 4.2 cm marking ring. If you do not agree with your doctor, make sure they are aware so that you can both be on the same page. Jaime Perez, MD Breast Lift Specialist Plastic Surgery Center of Tampa

Adjustment of areolar diameter with breast lift

Hi there- I would discuss this with your surgeon before surgery, as there is some "wiggle room" with regard to the diameter of your aureolas after surgery. This is going to be a matter of personal preference (yours)- there is no commonly agreed on number at which all areolas will look best.

Areola size after breast lift

Please communicate your concerns to your surgeon. But keep in mind the areolas do stretch a bit after a breast lift. This is true if you opt for implants. The final size will depend on 1) surgical technique and 2) your skin quality and healing potential. Best of luck. Dr. Basu Houston, TX

Nipple Areolar Complex Size on a 36C Breast

Thank you for this excellent question. I have always used a 35 - 38 mm cookie cutter for C cup breasts. One of your earlier responders, Jay Burns M.D. of Dallas, Texas, makes an excellent point about an even smaller post op areolar diameter. Since you consider 35 mm small, I probably wouldn't go any smaller if I were you. Two things to remember. One, this is your body and you have a choice. Two, don't forget they all stretch out a little bit... more

Areola Size after Breast Lifting?

Keep in mind, that the size of the areola after breast lifting surgery can be adjusted according to patients' preferences ( to some degree). Keep in mind also that some degree of spreading of the areola does occur in most cases postoperatively. Communicate your preferences with your plastic surgeon. Best wishes.

Nipple and areolar size

This is a very good and interesting question. What you are referring to is the ideal areolar size. While this is subjective to an extent, I believe there is an ideal relationship between the size of the nipple and areola. One must always keep both in mind. If you have nipples that are larger, it will look awkward with small areola and vice versa. I plan for a 2:1 areola to nipple base diameter. In most patients that translates into the 38mm areolar cutter. This is a discussion you should... more

Proper areolar size

I have changed my view on this topic after 25 years of being a plastic surgeon. To be honest, as plastic surgeons , more of us were taught to use an areolar sizer of 38-42 on average. That is how most of us were trained and these sizes were chosen based on averages. In every standard breast instrument set, it comes with 38 to 42 mm sizers. However, my viewpoint and practice changed a few years ago when a patient demanded that I give her a 28mm areola. I knew her from past... more

Areolar Size After a Lift

They can be almost any size that you desire; however, 3.5-4.0 cm is considered more ideal. I mark a larger size (4.4 cm) and generally make the opening smaller (3.8 cm). This allows the areolar skin to be less stretched.

For breast lift, breast reduction and most reconstructive breast surgeries; "standard" nipple size is 38-42 mm.

Thank you for your question. For breast lift, breast reduction and most reconstructive breast surgeries; "standard" nipple size is 38-42 mm. However, if you have a particular size in mind that you would like, then tell your plastic surgeon. I'm sure he/she can accommodate your request. To be sure, see two or more board-certified plastic surgeons in your area for a full and complete evaluation to make sure you are a good candidate and that it is safe for you to have surgery. ... more

You can literally chose to have just about any areola size you wish

Hello, The aesthetically ideal size of an areola is completely dependent on the individual. Most will agree that a little too small is better than a little too big but you have the freedom of choosing whatever size areola you think will look best on you. I have had many patients request around 3.5 cm areola size diameter with C and D cup breast size. I have also had a few that have requested to maintain their rather large areolas. I think 3.5-4.0 cm is close to ideal... more

Areolar size after breast augmentation and lift

I agree that 3.5 cm is small for a C cup breast. Ask your surgeon to show you the various markers that are available. I would usually prefer 4.2 or 4.5 cm, but this is quite subjective and in the eyes of the beholder. Your surgeon should be able to meet your goals. Best wishes.