Hi I have noted that aesthetically ideal areola size is cited as being between 35mm and 48mm,or in terms of ratio(nipple:areola:breast) as 1:3:9. which would be a large 5.66mm I am confused as to how to measure that size, given the drastic change in areola size due to cold or stimulation etc. I am curious to know how to make the calculation as I am considering planning towards an improvement following reconstructive surgery. I am 5'10" and a 34D thankyou!
September 30, 2014
Answer: Ideal nipple areola size There is no ideal size! Plastic surgery is an art and science. This falls under art. This is a personal choice. If you want a very large or very small areola then that is what you want. Your surgeon can share their experience and their preference. At the end of the day it is your choice. Find photos of what you like. Share that with your plastic surgeon. That is far more valuable than any calculation. Ideally your plastic surgeon's goal is to make your vision come true, not their own.
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September 30, 2014
Answer: Ideal nipple areola size There is no ideal size! Plastic surgery is an art and science. This falls under art. This is a personal choice. If you want a very large or very small areola then that is what you want. Your surgeon can share their experience and their preference. At the end of the day it is your choice. Find photos of what you like. Share that with your plastic surgeon. That is far more valuable than any calculation. Ideally your plastic surgeon's goal is to make your vision come true, not their own.
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March 12, 2017
Answer: Ideal areola size - its all about proportion! As you accurately mentioned the ideal areola size range, the ideal being around 4.2 cm. This size however should be proportional to the rest of the breast, mainly the volume and the location of the areola, as well as the nipple reconstruction. This is also a matter of personal taste, as some patients prefer smaller areola, and others want to restore the same size as they had prior to mastectomy. This is definitely something that you need to discuss with your plastic surgeon in detail to make sure you are pleased with the final result
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March 12, 2017
Answer: Ideal areola size - its all about proportion! As you accurately mentioned the ideal areola size range, the ideal being around 4.2 cm. This size however should be proportional to the rest of the breast, mainly the volume and the location of the areola, as well as the nipple reconstruction. This is also a matter of personal taste, as some patients prefer smaller areola, and others want to restore the same size as they had prior to mastectomy. This is definitely something that you need to discuss with your plastic surgeon in detail to make sure you are pleased with the final result
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