9 months post-op - Do my nipples appear too high? (Photo)

Question

I had a breast lift with slight reduction nine months ago and my nipples seem like they are too high. They pop out of all of my bathing suits and bras. I measured from my neck clavicle to each nipple in the distance is 9 inches on each side. The distance between my two nipples is 8.5 inches. I have already had one revision done to my right nipple because it was asymmetrical to the left. I am 5 foot 10 and 36 years old. Do they appear too high?

Alan Gonzalez, MD, FACS · Answer

Hello @Chickadee013, thank you for your question and showing your picture. It is possible to reposition and improve the shape of the breast with minimal scarring by raising the base slightly and improving the overall proportion. This will create overall harmony. For more information and recommendations is best to consult with one or several board certified plastic surgeons. Best wishes! Alan Gonzalez MD, FACS.

Scott W. Vann, MD, FACS · Answer

Your nipples are high on your breast mound but I think the problem is the lower part of your breast mound has "bottomed out" or so called pseudoptosis. This makes the nipples no longer in the center of your breasts. Your nipple to breast fold distance is about double what it should be. You need a breast lift revision to remove all the excess skin below your nipple with an incision in the breast fold. Your nipples would then be back in the center of your breast. Good luck.

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear Chickadee013,
I understand your concern. However, without a proper assessment, it would be difficult to determine what went wrong. It is best that you visit your plastic surgeon for further assessment or ask for a second opinion. Only after a thorough examination, you can get proper recommendations and advice.
Daniel Barrett, MD
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Connie Hiers, MD, FACS · Answer

Your nipples are probably not too high, but you have some excess lower breast tissue which can be easily removed from the lower incision. In doing this, your nipples will no longer appear too high or pop out of your bathing suits and bras.

Douglas Taranow, DO, FACOS · Answer

If they pop out of your clothing then you should have the lift recused.  It appears you bottomed out a bit.  Lower breast skin may be excised under local anesthesia.

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