1 month post-op. When can I get my nipples re pierced after Breast Augmentation?

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It has been one month since my breast augmentation and unfortunately my nipple piercings closed because I took them out for surgery.

Emmanuel Mallol Cotes, MD · Answer

Thanks for the question.I recommend you to talk with your plastic surgeon and follow his advices because every surgeon has its own protocols. Kind regards

Tom J. Pousti, MD · Answer

Congratulations on having undergone breast augmentation.  Your plastic surgeon will guide you when it comes to timing to proceed with nipple piercing;  in my practice, I would likely ask that you wait about 3-6 months. Make sure that whoever is doing this procedure for you is reputable and utilizes sterile technique. Best wishes for an outcome you will be very pleased with

Ted Eisenberg, DO, FACOS, FAACS · Answer

I advise my patients who have incisions in the crease under their breasts that it is OK to have nipple piercing six weeks after surgery. This is to allow for basic healing to occur from their surgery. It's always best to check with your surgeon on their protocol regarding this. For more information on this and similar topics, I recommend a plastic surgery Q&A book like "The Scoop On Breasts: A Plastic Surgeon Busts the Myths."

Gary L. Ross, MBChB, FRCS · Answer

I would tend to leave things for a few months in to give you more time to consider this. Hopefully you will be happy with your appearance and you may not wish to pierce again.

Bradley Remington, MD · Answer

As mentioned, I would re-evaluate your desire to have your nipples pierced with your new, beautiful breasts. Although you may remove the piercing anytime, you may consider if you will still desire that appearance in later years.  The infection potential exists - especially in the first few months.  If you decide to re-pierce, make sure that the piercing provider does a thorough antiseptic prep for the breast area and the piercing object.

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