I had a breast augmentation 3 years ago. Although a nice result the one breast is higher than the other and also the areola is slightly bigger and lower than the other. This was existed previously but me as well as the surgeon did not notice. Is areola repositioning possible? How safe is this in terms of scarring and areola and nibble sensation.
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If this is hyperpigmentation of the scars then it may return after revision. If it is residual areolar tissue it is posssble that it could be excised. It may be necessary too tighten the vertical scar as well if you do this. That helps to narrow the sides around the areola. Timing is best after...
Yes, you appear to be a candidate for a small breast reduction. Your areola can be downsized and symmetry improved as part of the procedure. You will want to wait for six months after cessation of breastfeeding before considering surgery. We welcome you to visit us in our Houston office for a...
Without photos it's difficult to say if you are a good candidate for this procedure. If your implants are large they may be putting too much tension on the areola tissue and stretching it. If this is the case and you keep the implant size the same it may reoccur with a subsequent areola...