How common is it that the nipple will die when it's cut to make it shorter?

Question

So I'm getting Breast augmentation along with lift but I'm not comfortable with my nipples after breastfeeding 2 little girls they stood long. I went with a verified dr said he can cut my nipple along with the aerola but if he cuts the aerola n my nipple will it be ok im scare my nipple will die

Ronald J. Edelson, MD · Answer

Loss of the nipple I’m breast lift is pretty rare. Especially if you have had no previous surgery and the nipple doesn’t need to
Be moved far. Your surgeons explanation is not very clear what he said so
You
Might want to clarify it with him or her

Vishnu Rumalla, MD · Answer

Thanks for your inquiry, but without pictures or measurements it is hard to advise.  In general, in the hands of a board certified plastic surgeon, nipple loss is extremely rare because of technique and judgement.  The greater distance the nipple has to be moved, the greater the risk, good luck.

Connie Hiers, MD, FACS · Answer

Although it is uncommon for the nipple to die, I do not reduce the areola and cut the nipples at the same time. The nipples can easily be trimmed in the office later under local anesthesia.  Please discuss this with your surgeon.

Douglas Taranow, DO, FACOS · Answer

It is rare to have any nipple loss while performing a nipple reduction procedure. There is usually smoke blood supply to the area.  Make sure you are not smoking.

Jose A. Munoz, MD - Account Suspended · Answer

Hi and welcome to our forum!The nipple areolar complex has an excellent blood supply, independent of the areola. Circumscribing the areola during areolar reduction surgery will not impair nipple vascularity as its blood supply comes from underlying tissues and not from the periphery. The procedures can be performed concomitantly safely.Best wishes...

How common is it that the nipple will die when it's cut to make it shorter?

Answers (5)

Answer: Nipple reduction

Answer: Nipple reduction

Answer: How safe is nipple reduction surgery?

Answer: How safe is nipple reduction surgery?

Recommended reading

Everything you need to know about Breast Lift with Implants

Our mission is to create a world where every investment in modern beauty is Worth It.

How common is it that the nipple will die when it's cut to make it shorter?

Answers (5)

Answer: Nipple reduction

Answer: Nipple reduction

Answer: How safe is nipple reduction surgery?

Answer: How safe is nipple reduction surgery?

Browse related questions

Recommended reading

Everything you need to know about Breast Lift with Implants

Our mission is to create a world where every investment in modern beauty is Worth It.