It's been a year and 2 months since this surgery. Scars are pretty red and now it seems like I'm losing pigment on areolas. Is this normal? Will they go back?
Answer: Areolas discoloration This is not the normal or expected result. It looks like you had compromised healing which resulted in the jagged red scar under your areola, possibly due to a high tension closure. At this point you could seek the opinion of a board certified plastic surgeon with experience in breast lifts, and see what can be done. Best wishes on a happy final result
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Answer: Areolas discoloration This is not the normal or expected result. It looks like you had compromised healing which resulted in the jagged red scar under your areola, possibly due to a high tension closure. At this point you could seek the opinion of a board certified plastic surgeon with experience in breast lifts, and see what can be done. Best wishes on a happy final result
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Answer: Scar revision VS laser possible tattoo Your scars are a red and wide and appear thick. The areola appears to have lost pigment where it was under more tension and is not round. Tattoo can help or maybe more time. Your surgeon should have recs for you. I would consider scar revision in OR for the best result which may improve nipple position and areola size and symmetry. Good Luck!
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Answer: Scar revision VS laser possible tattoo Your scars are a red and wide and appear thick. The areola appears to have lost pigment where it was under more tension and is not round. Tattoo can help or maybe more time. Your surgeon should have recs for you. I would consider scar revision in OR for the best result which may improve nipple position and areola size and symmetry. Good Luck!
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July 2, 2025
Answer: This is uneven Scar An unwanted type of scar formation can occur when the scar loses pigment and becomes lighter in color. This may happen due to circulatory issues, suture reactions, or infections during the healing process. It’s an undesirable outcome, and unfortunately, it cannot be reversed completely.
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July 2, 2025
Answer: This is uneven Scar An unwanted type of scar formation can occur when the scar loses pigment and becomes lighter in color. This may happen due to circulatory issues, suture reactions, or infections during the healing process. It’s an undesirable outcome, and unfortunately, it cannot be reversed completely.
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June 23, 2025
Answer: De-pigmentation can happen.. Based off your photos - (no preop photos for comparison) - its difficult to say how this exactly happened but can happen post mastopexy (breast lift). It seems to have happened on both sides as well - sometimes while healing that area has more to heal since its on the bottom of the breast as well as at the junction of multiple incisions (can lead to more scar tissue, decreased blood supply etc) - which can lead to de-pigmentation over time from loss of pigmented cells (melanin cells). Usually if you are this far out and its still light, likely not going to return back to the original color. If there's loss of sensitivity there (which can happen as well) you might want to try skin tattooing for more color (the tattoo artist these days are very good at matching to the correct shade). Also, revisit with your surgeon and see some possibilities of what can be done and / or what caused this.
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June 23, 2025
Answer: De-pigmentation can happen.. Based off your photos - (no preop photos for comparison) - its difficult to say how this exactly happened but can happen post mastopexy (breast lift). It seems to have happened on both sides as well - sometimes while healing that area has more to heal since its on the bottom of the breast as well as at the junction of multiple incisions (can lead to more scar tissue, decreased blood supply etc) - which can lead to de-pigmentation over time from loss of pigmented cells (melanin cells). Usually if you are this far out and its still light, likely not going to return back to the original color. If there's loss of sensitivity there (which can happen as well) you might want to try skin tattooing for more color (the tattoo artist these days are very good at matching to the correct shade). Also, revisit with your surgeon and see some possibilities of what can be done and / or what caused this.
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June 17, 2025
Answer: Red Scars and Areola Pigment Loss Over a Year After Surgery – Is This Normal? Thank you for sharing your photo — it provides helpful context. At 14 months post-op, it's reasonable to expect scars to be settling and fading, but what you're describing suggests a few things worth considering.
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June 17, 2025
Answer: Red Scars and Areola Pigment Loss Over a Year After Surgery – Is This Normal? Thank you for sharing your photo — it provides helpful context. At 14 months post-op, it's reasonable to expect scars to be settling and fading, but what you're describing suggests a few things worth considering.
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June 3, 2025
Answer: Scar concerns Thank you for submitting your questions and photos. I am sorry you are experiencing this issue with your scars and areola pigmentation. Based on the photos, you may be a good candidate for scar revision. This would involve removing your existing scars and re-doing them using a less reactive suture. Shortly thereafter, there are some topical products you can put on the scars to prevent this from happening a 2nd time. As far as the areola pigmentation, this could have been caused by a variety of factors. Commonly, it is due to inflammation disupting melanin production, which leads to lighter patches of skin. There are trained tattoo artists that can match your normal areola pigment and help blend the pigment. I recommend you seek a consultation with a board certified plastic surgeon to go over your options in greater detail. Good luck and thanks again for reaching out.
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June 3, 2025
Answer: Scar concerns Thank you for submitting your questions and photos. I am sorry you are experiencing this issue with your scars and areola pigmentation. Based on the photos, you may be a good candidate for scar revision. This would involve removing your existing scars and re-doing them using a less reactive suture. Shortly thereafter, there are some topical products you can put on the scars to prevent this from happening a 2nd time. As far as the areola pigmentation, this could have been caused by a variety of factors. Commonly, it is due to inflammation disupting melanin production, which leads to lighter patches of skin. There are trained tattoo artists that can match your normal areola pigment and help blend the pigment. I recommend you seek a consultation with a board certified plastic surgeon to go over your options in greater detail. Good luck and thanks again for reaching out.
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