Can I have just an areola reduction? (Photo)

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I spoke with only one plastic surgeon who told me the areola reduction alone would be impossible for my left breast (the size of the areola is 2.7cm from the edge to the nipple) because there would be a lot of pleating, but for the right it would work (2cm), so he suggested a lollipop scar on the left as well as fat grafting for the right. I was hoping I could get away with just an areola reduction, I like my breasts when the areola is shrunk. Is it doable? Shall I consult other specialists?

Wayne I. Yamahata, MD · Answer

I personally would not recommend any surgery. With an areolar reduction you are trading scars and potential flatting of the breasts for a smaller areolar diameter. I don't think your current areolar diameters are unattractive, so I don't feel that the benefits warrant the risks.

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear Compassionate767700,
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

Camille Cash, MD · Answer

There is a limit to the amount that an areola can be reduced without causing other issues, including pleating.  It's important to note that the areola can stretch over time as well.  The size of your areola does not appear to be excessively large.  Unless you are needing a lift, which you do not currently, and are undergoing further incisions you may want to consider augmentation only.

Leland Deane, MD, FACS · Answer

Be careful. I see a breast shape that is very nice, together with a small size. There areolar size may be a little large relative to the overall breast size but, aesthetically, I wouldn't reduce it. The costs are too great. Even with perfect scarring, a peri-areolar 'reduction' can flatten an otherwise nice shape. Any reduction that would be done, in addition, would be conservative, so is it worth it? I think not.

Andrew T. Cohen, MD, FACS · Answer

You can certainly do an areola reduction alone or with implants.  I would suggest a small gel implant (200 cc or smaller)  and a donut or Benelli mastopexy .  This will give you volume and make the areola a nice size for you.

Best of luck.   Look for a board certified plastic surgeon.

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