Will Areola Reduction Change my Breast Shape?

Question

My left areola is larger than my right as you can see in the photo below. Since my areola are different size, If I get areola reduction surgery will on just that left areola how much can I expect it to change my breast shape? Will there be any "lift" effect based on the amount of areola that will be removed?

Otto Joseph Placik, MD · Answer

The size diffference in the areola is not the only asymmetric feature of your breasts. There are skin envelope discrepancy, lateral displacement of the mound, volume asymmetry as well as possible nipple and inframmary sulci dystopia to name a few. A simple areola reduction WILL NOT correct the asymmetry alone.

Steven Wallach, MD · Answer

Improving on the left areola size may not improve the overall shape of the breast. You may be better off having a lift on both.

Thomas A. Narsete, MD (retired) · Answer

Thank you for your question. Based on the one photo I see, I can make a few comments.The reduction of your areolae will not address your breast shape. They only make your areolae smaller. Looking at your photo, you have breast drop out, more like a pseudoptosis. Measuring your breast length will give a more accurate answer.Your best option to improve your shape is to lift the breast and insert an implant and possibly a high profile one as you have a lot of loose skin. the implant will help improve your breast shape and fullness. The lift will reposition your areolae, and shorten the length of your breast, and the distance from your areolae to your breast crease.Consult a board certified plastic surgeon in your area for professional advice.All the best..Dr T Narsete

Will Areola Reduction Change my Breast Shape?

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