Enlarged Nipple After Breast Lift

Asymmetric healing is the rule rather than the exception with most operations.  Almost always, with time the asymmetries evaporate.  Even if not, now is not the time to surgically address the problems.  Wait 6 months and you will probably have no issues.

Nipple/areolar changes after a mastopexy plus an augmentation are common. Even though the same thing was perfromed on each side, different responses are common. Just wait 6 weeks or so, and then things should quiet down to get a better assessment. Chances are, they will end up being close to each other.

Breast lift and revision may take some time to heal and swelling is possible.  Your asymmetry in nipple size and shape may reflect early edema.  You should not be concerned at this stage.

We generally wait at least 6 and preferably 9 months after performing breast surgery prior to performing breast revision surgery. It is very likely that an absorbably suture or excessive tightness is responsible for the appearance of the areola. It is possible that time will result in improvement in the described appearance. Keep in close contact with your surgeon.

Thanks for your question -
It is far too early to tell the final shape.  Typically swelling can mask symmetry and the final result may not be apparent until 6 months later.
Discuss your concerns with your plastic surgeon.
I hope this helps.

AT 4 days post op, it is way too soon to make any determination about the size and swelling of your nipple.
I would recommend waiting and discuss your concerns with your surgeon. My guess is that you will be fine....... be patient.

Hi there-
Generally it takes at least a few weeks for swelling to subside and implants to settle into position. Until this happens, try not to worry too much about any differences in feeling/appearance you may note between one side and the other.
After 3-4 weeks have gone by, discuss any remaining issues with your surgeon.
For now, concentrate on following your postop instructions carefully and to the letter, and doing everything you can to assure uneventful healing.

Changes in the nipple and breast will continue to occur for several days and weeks after mastopexy and augmentation. Allow your body more time to heal before you begin to consider revision surgery.

 

After a breast lift surgery some swelling of the nipples is possible. This is largely dependent on the technique that the surgeon used during the procedure. For many of our periareolar incisions, we use a strong suture around the perimeter of your new areola. This will help prevent widening of the areolas during the healing process. However, many time swelling can be noted within this circle throughout the areola and the nipple. We tell our patients to anticipate this and to apply a cold compress that will help decrease swelling in time. If you're swelling persists or if you notice any color changes please call your plastic surgeon right way

An enlarged nipple and areola complex just after surgery is very common. Most likely this is due to swelling and will improve over the next few weeks.