Can I get breast lift and implants if I have a nipple tattoo? (photo)

Question

Hello! I am interested in getting a breast lift and implants after losing a lot of weight, but I have a nipple tattoo. Can this be done? If so, what would be the approach? Tattoo doesn't have to stay intact but I don't want a partial tattoo left behind.

Gianfranco Frojo, MD · Answer

The lift may disrupt the tattoo. You can always have the tattoo revised if needed. It may not be possible to completely remove the tattoo.

Martin Jugenburg, MD · Answer

Hello, thank you for your question. It is a common one and we have performed numerous surgeries on patients with tattoos on their chest. We try our best to remove the tattoo in completion however it maybe difficult in your case to remove that much skin in order to remove the tattoo. The better option would be to perform the lift taking out enough skin to tighten the pocket and to not compromise the blood supply or cause for wound healing concerns. If there is still a portion of the tattoo remaining then you can decide to either do a cover tattoo or laser tattoo removal but this would have to wait until after the incision is completely healed.

Gary M. Horndeski, MD · Answer

The technique I recommend is The Bellesoma Method. This technique will remove a majority of the tattoo but a portion will end up below the nipple. This will reshape your breast tissue creating upper pole fullness without implants, elevate them higher on the chest wall and more medial to increase your cleavage. Vertical scars are avoided, nipple sensation (in 95%) and the ability to breast feed are maintained. Later, fat transfers or small implants can be placed if additional volume is desired.

Best Wishes,

Gary Horndeski, M.D.

Best Wishes,

Gary Horndeski, M.D.

Ronald J. Edelson, MD · Answer

You can get a breasts lift but the pattern of the tattoo will be affected and some of the tattooed skin will need to be removed or rearranged. A good tattoo artist then could modify the tstoo to make it look better

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear Enthusiastic510999,
it is hard to tell for sure without an examination. If you are considering surgery, I would suggest you consult a board-certified plastic surgeon. Only after a thorough examination, you will get more information and recommendations.
Daniel Barrett, MDCertified, American Board of Plastic SurgeryMember, American Society of Plastic SurgeryMember, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Heather Vande Ven, DO · Answer

Yes, it is possible to get a breast lift and implants even if you have a nipple tattoo. However, you should discuss your specific situation and preferences with a board-certified plastic surgeon. They can provide guidance on how to incorporate your nipple tattoo into the procedure and achieve results you desire while preserving the tattoo as much as possible.

Connie Hiers, MD, FACS · Answer

Your photo is not the best with being partially covered and slanted, but a lift can be done. You might still have some tattoo left, but a tattoo artist could add to it later if you wanted. The surgeon doing the procedure will focus on giving a nice lift and shape, instead of preserving your tattoo.

Shana Kalaria, MD · Answer

Hello there, I would recommend doing a breast lift first. This way the entire tattoo can be removed. Decreasing the size of the skin envelope with a breast lift and increasing the volume of the breast with an implant may be too much at once since you are limited by the tattoo. For safety, I would recommend doing the lift first and then proceeding with an implant once you are healed. Good luck!

Israel Manon, MD · Answer

Yes of course you can get breast implants and lift, but it is probably that the whole tattoo will be gone completely.    
Israel Manon MD

Jose Segura, MD, PhD - Account Suspended · Answer

Good morning, by reviewing your photographs I believe that a breast lift can be performed with or without implants, the volume you want depends on it and the surgical technique to be performed and the final result will depend on it. In the case of the tattoo, it would be reduced and its shape would be distorted, but the bust would be very good. But the shape and complexion, I suggest a lift only and it would give harmony and the scars would be barely visible.I hope you consider this opinion

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