I received areola reduction surgery almost a year ago and I don't like the results. I asked for them to be smaller than they currently are. I also had to have the permanent sutures removed, which made them stretch out and leave some ugly scarring. Should I get the procedure done again? If I do should I go with permanent sutures again? or the lollipop scar? Would I benefit from Gynecomastia surgery? Or if anything else what would you suggest?
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Answer: 1 year post-op & not happy with the areola reduction results, what should I do next?
It's certainly worth discussing your concerns with a plastic surgeon.
Given the asymmetry you've described, a revision liposuction procedure might be a good option to improve the contour of your right chest and address the nipple sensitivity.
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Thank you for your query. It is certainly possible to have some tissue grow on one side and not the other, over the years . Nipples too can undergo age related changes. Please have your surgeon examine you and help you with all your concerns. All the best!
Hello Old Goat 1985, Thank you for your question regarding undergoing a belt lipectomy and simultaneous gynecomastia surgery. Thank you for your history. Congratulations on your massive weight loss over 200 pounds. Great job! The answer to your relatively simple question has many factors. ...