Are my nipples too high? Why aren’t they symmetrical? 8 1/2 months after breast lift (Photo)

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I am 8 1/2 months post op I am extremely unhappy with how high my nipples seem to appear. They pop out of all bras, bikinis and vest tops. Also my nipples are not symmetrical to my body I don’t feel like they are in line with eachother. Can this be corrected for free/ what can be done to improve the appearance. They did not look like this when I first had them done. (Ps I had lost circulation to my left nipple however this has been restored)

Ronald J. Edelson, MD · Answer

It may appear that your nipples are high because the implants are bottomed out. Exact measurements would be needed to determine if your nipples are properly located. You can have the lower portion of your breasts tightened but it would require an additional scar.

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear Holland94,
I understand your concern. However, without a proper assessment, it would be difficult to determine what went wrong. It is best that you visit your plastic surgeon for further assessment or ask for a second opinion. Only after a thorough examination, you can get proper recommendations and advice.
Daniel Barrett, MD
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Scott W. Vann, MD, FACS · Answer

It looks like your nipples and breast shape was pretty good in your early post op photos. Looking at your recent photos it appears that your nipple to breast fold distance has at least doubled in 8 months. This is generally called bottoming out or pseudoptosis. You need a breast lift revision to remove the stretched out skin from your lower breast to recenter your nipples. If you have implants, the size might need to be made smaller since implants that are too large sometimes can cause this condition. Discuss options with your surgeon. Good luck.

Connie Hiers, MD, FACS · Answer

this can be improved by removing the excess skin from the inferior incision and avoid interfering with circulation to your nipples.  Once the excess skin is removed, your nipples should appear to be in the correct position.

Douglas McGeorge, FRCS(Plast) · Answer

You have had some stretching of the lower poles of your breasts.
This can be corrected and the lower poles shortened.
I would suggest going back to consult with your surgeon.
If there is an issue, seek an opinion from a member of the British Association of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons.

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