I had a breast reduction 2 months ago and my nipples are way too high, placed somewhere between 19 and 15cm. I know it's still too early for the final result, but I'm afraid they will not get any lower. How long should I wait before I consider "repairing" that?
Answer: High Nipple Revision Timing There is usually a way to lower your nipples and areolae to a more favorable position. An examination is critical for the best opinion. Most likely you could benefit from raising your inframammary crease and converting the lollipop lift to a T to shorten the vertical scar creating more upper pole fullness. An exam is needed to confirm. Consult with a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon experienced in revisional surgery. See below for suggestions. I would wait between 6-12 months after your original surgery - until you have a final result and your tissues are once again supple prior to doing a revision.
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Answer: High Nipple Revision Timing There is usually a way to lower your nipples and areolae to a more favorable position. An examination is critical for the best opinion. Most likely you could benefit from raising your inframammary crease and converting the lollipop lift to a T to shorten the vertical scar creating more upper pole fullness. An exam is needed to confirm. Consult with a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon experienced in revisional surgery. See below for suggestions. I would wait between 6-12 months after your original surgery - until you have a final result and your tissues are once again supple prior to doing a revision.
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December 29, 2011
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April 25, 2010
Answer: "Riding High" It sounds unlikely that your nipple/areola complexes will settle lower. It is best to wait 3-6 months after surgery to allow settling and softening of the breast tissues before attempting to lower the nipple/areola complex.
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April 25, 2010
Answer: "Riding High" It sounds unlikely that your nipple/areola complexes will settle lower. It is best to wait 3-6 months after surgery to allow settling and softening of the breast tissues before attempting to lower the nipple/areola complex.
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January 25, 2011
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February 15, 2017
Answer: High Nipples after a Breast Reduction Overly elevated nipple complexes after a breast Reduction / Breast Lift is a known complication which will NOT get better with time. As gravity changes the shape of the breasts and pulls them further down the unflattering results are termed STAR GAZING NIPPLES. Correcting this deformity is challenging.
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February 15, 2017
Answer: High Nipples after a Breast Reduction Overly elevated nipple complexes after a breast Reduction / Breast Lift is a known complication which will NOT get better with time. As gravity changes the shape of the breasts and pulls them further down the unflattering results are termed STAR GAZING NIPPLES. Correcting this deformity is challenging.
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