I am a 35 year old female with one 16 year old child. I have been unable to find any information on my problem. My breasts went from a b cup to a full D cup during pregnancy and breast feeding. I now have what I consider to be acceptable looking breasts but my areola droops just below the nipple! I am so incredibly self conscious about it! Is there such thing as giving the areola itself a tiny lift?
October 22, 2011
Answer: Areolar reduction You could have a circumareolar reduction but I will say that the photograph demonstrates early ptosis or sagging. You could consider either a small implant or a mastopexy to elevate the breasts. I would recommend that you see a board certified plastic surgeon who can discuss various options with you.
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October 22, 2011
Answer: Areolar reduction You could have a circumareolar reduction but I will say that the photograph demonstrates early ptosis or sagging. You could consider either a small implant or a mastopexy to elevate the breasts. I would recommend that you see a board certified plastic surgeon who can discuss various options with you.
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July 24, 2024
Answer: Correcting excess areola skin
A small incision that follows the bottom of the areola and takes a little crescent of skin out of the areola would be a way to tighten that skin a little. Beware of the circumareolar (all the way around the areola) incision to "reduce" the size of the overall areola as those incisions can be very noticable and can spread. This small crescent excision of areola skin can be removed under local anesthetic.
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July 24, 2024
Answer: Correcting excess areola skin
A small incision that follows the bottom of the areola and takes a little crescent of skin out of the areola would be a way to tighten that skin a little. Beware of the circumareolar (all the way around the areola) incision to "reduce" the size of the overall areola as those incisions can be very noticable and can spread. This small crescent excision of areola skin can be removed under local anesthetic.
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