1. HOME
  2. /
  3. Q&A
  4. /
  5. BREAST LIFT WITH IMPLANTS QUESTIONS
  6. /
  7. MISSING PIECE OF AREOLA...

Missing piece of areola after breast augmentation?

November 6, 2017
Asked By:addie400 in Miami, FL

I had an aug & mastopexy on my left breast a few days ago. I noticed a large chunk of my areola is missing. I had a follow up with my surgeon & he said it’s just an air bubble from the tape. I’m not crazy and knew that wasn’t it, so I popped the air bubble and it’s even more obvious that there is a huge chunk missing. What can I do? What is going on?? It’s difficult to tell from the photos, but very clear in person. There are little chunks missing all over the place, but this is the biggest one.

Answers (3)

From board-certified doctors and trusted medical professionals
VOTED MOST HELPFUL
November 7, 2017

Answer: Missing aerola?

Scott W. Vann, MD, FACSBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
(11)
Visit Profile
VOTED MOST HELPFUL
November 7, 2017

Answer: Missing aerola?

Scott W. Vann, MD, FACSBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
(11)
Visit Profile
MOST RECENT
November 13, 2017

Answer: Missing piece

Gary L. Ross, MBChB, FRCS
MOST RECENT
November 13, 2017

Answer: Missing piece

Gary L. Ross, MBChB, FRCS
November 7, 2017

Answer: Areola Issues after Breast Lift with Augmentation

Anthony J. Taglienti, MD
November 7, 2017

Answer: Areola Issues after Breast Lift with Augmentation

Anthony J. Taglienti, MD

Recommended reading

Breast Lift with Implants

Everything you need to know about Breast Lift with Implants

  • 91% worth it
  • 6.9k reviews
  • Avg cost: $10,546
Learn More
ADVERTISEMENT
ADVERTISEMENT

Browse related questions

Dull ache in breast after uplift and implants 14 weeks post op. Should I be concerned? (Photos)
Gary L. Ross, MBChB, FRCS says:

The bump is the dog ear which is common after vertical only lifts. This usually settles. Dull aches and pains are not uncommon and anti inflammatories , rest and a support bra often help. You really need to be seen in person to be reassured. 

Read 3 Doctor Answers
Inverted nipples after breastfeeding only- will they pop back out with my lift and moderately sized implant?
Adrian Richards, MBBS, MSc says:

It is quite common for nipples to invert after pregnancy and especially after breast feeding, this is because of contraction of the milk ducts (they shorten) Sometimes an uplift and implant can help as there will be more pressure from behind but it is not guaranteed. As it sounds like your in...

Read 3 Doctor Answers
5 weeks post BL and BA. Left breast pointing outwards and not sitting forward. (Photos)
Amy Simon, MD, FACS says:

It is way too early in your recovery to make a final judgement about the result, I would definitely give it a full year for everything to heal and settle.  Keep in close touch with your board certified plastic surgeon about your concerns. Hope this is helpful, best of luck!

Read 4 Doctor Answers
Popular topics
1 month post-op3 weeks post-op450-499cc2 weeks post-op250-299cc

Recommended reading

Breast Lift with Implants

Everything you need to know about Breast Lift with Implants

  • 91% worth it
  • 6.9k reviews
  • Avg cost: $10,546
Learn More
ADVERTISEMENT

Our mission is to create a world where every investment in modern beauty is Worth It.