Alloderm to Increase Nipple Projection?

Thanks for your question.   In the case of breast cancer reconstruction, alloderm is commonly used with nipple reconstruction to give a better nipple shape and size.  This is especially helpful in patients who have implant based reconstructions where the remaining skin may be thinner.

In terms of using alloderm to add projection or size to a healthy nipple, i would not recommend this.   My concern is that the graft could interfere with the ability to detect abnormal lesions on your mammogram.   Breast cancer begins in the milk ducts and "all roads lead to Rome", aka the nipple.    

 

Dr. Gill

Alloderm may be used to increase the projection of Reconstructed Nipples as part of Breast Reconstruction.  Alloderm is processed from the skin of the Organ Donors.  Since Organ Donation is a gift, the Lifecell company, the makers of Alloderm, does not endorse the use of Alloderm for cosmetic procedures.  Even so, Alloderm is used in many reconstructive and cosmetic procedures.   However, I am not yet aware of using Alloderm to increase the projection of a normal nipple.  We know from past use of Alloderm in Lip Augmentation, that the effect is not permanent and in many were short lived.  As a result, we rarely use it now and has been replaced by Dermal Fillers.  Dermal Fillers may be an option for you. I hope this was helpful.    Consult with a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon for more information and for other options.  Best Wishes!