I want an areola reduction but I don't want the lollipop scar with a lift. Is this an option to just do an areola reduction? I don't mind if my boobs are a little saggy but I hate my big areolas. Thanks!
January 27, 2024
Answer: Can an Areola Reduction be Performed Without a Breast Lift? Thank you for your question. It is a bit difficult to say without an exam or measurements. It sounds like you want the nipple areola complex (NAC), to be smaller. Yes, this can be done. This may also be considered a doughnut mastopexy. The scars typically look most red at 4 months, and then better at 10 months. With a breast lift, you have the opportunity to make the NAC smaller. Most women want the NAC to be about 4 cm in diameter. Best to talk with your Board Certified Plastic Surgeon. Together you will make a plan.
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January 27, 2024
Answer: Can an Areola Reduction be Performed Without a Breast Lift? Thank you for your question. It is a bit difficult to say without an exam or measurements. It sounds like you want the nipple areola complex (NAC), to be smaller. Yes, this can be done. This may also be considered a doughnut mastopexy. The scars typically look most red at 4 months, and then better at 10 months. With a breast lift, you have the opportunity to make the NAC smaller. Most women want the NAC to be about 4 cm in diameter. Best to talk with your Board Certified Plastic Surgeon. Together you will make a plan.
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January 21, 2024
Answer: Areola reduction can usually be done without any scar other than around the areola. There are exceptions however. If the areola is very large they may be a need to have a small vertical scar as well to reduce the circumference of the external skin. Some adaptation of the skin can be done but if this is excessive a vertical scar will be needed to avoid bunching of the scar around the areola.
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January 21, 2024
Answer: Areola reduction can usually be done without any scar other than around the areola. There are exceptions however. If the areola is very large they may be a need to have a small vertical scar as well to reduce the circumference of the external skin. Some adaptation of the skin can be done but if this is excessive a vertical scar will be needed to avoid bunching of the scar around the areola.
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