I'm considering getting an areola reduction but am comparing the potential downfalls of this surgery with the current state of my natural areolae. Would you mind listing the possible things that could go wrong with a reduction, whether anything can be done to remedy that issue and whether it would be super costly to do so? For instance, I know that there is potential for a scar, but that can be fixed with tattooing?
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From the submitted photos it does appear you would be a candidate for areola reduction. Because your nipples are above the level of the breast fold a full mastopexy is not indicated. The next step is to visit with a board certified plastic surgeon near you for an evaluation and to learn more.
Your breasts are still developing, and will continue to do so for a few years. During this time, your breasts will most likely change in shape and size.
Large areolae are very common and are not typically indicative of a medical condition. However, if you’re particularly concerned please s...
The white sutures that you see coming out around your areolar more than like are subcuticular stitches that were supposed to dissolve, but unfortunately they came to the surface and need to be removed. This happens to all plastic surgeons at times. These sutures are best removed by a...