I was born with inverted nipples that I've been highly self conscious about. I had nipple reconstruction done to fix them, but now they are just flat. Is there anything that can be done to have erect or semi-erect nipples?
September 11, 2014
Answer: Nipple projection can be increased with fillers
"Flat nipples" can be corrected with several techniques. One option that is relatively easy in terms of recovery is the use of injectable fillers. Short and long acting fillerrs can be used to increase volume of the nipple and increase projection. This works reasonably well in most people. Longer lasting solutions can be fat grafting, dermal grafting, or placement of silicone nipple implants. You should be seen by a board certified plastic surgeon in order to find out which is the best option in you.
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September 11, 2014
Answer: Nipple projection can be increased with fillers
"Flat nipples" can be corrected with several techniques. One option that is relatively easy in terms of recovery is the use of injectable fillers. Short and long acting fillerrs can be used to increase volume of the nipple and increase projection. This works reasonably well in most people. Longer lasting solutions can be fat grafting, dermal grafting, or placement of silicone nipple implants. You should be seen by a board certified plastic surgeon in order to find out which is the best option in you.
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August 29, 2011
Answer: Inverted nipples that are now flat
Depending on the type of surgery you had done, it may be possible to release more of the tethering ducts and increase the protrusion of your nipples. If the ducts have been fully released, you might just naturally have flatter nipples. (Over time, even a second surgery to release ducts may result in gradual flattening of the nipples) Grafts and fillers are sometimes used to increase projection (more often in nipple reconstruction following removal or significant deformity of the natural nipple). Blood supply to your nipple needs to be considered, since you have already had one procedure. Be sure to discuss this with a qualified plastic surgeon who examines you and discusses the risks/benefits of additional treatment.
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August 29, 2011
Answer: Inverted nipples that are now flat
Depending on the type of surgery you had done, it may be possible to release more of the tethering ducts and increase the protrusion of your nipples. If the ducts have been fully released, you might just naturally have flatter nipples. (Over time, even a second surgery to release ducts may result in gradual flattening of the nipples) Grafts and fillers are sometimes used to increase projection (more often in nipple reconstruction following removal or significant deformity of the natural nipple). Blood supply to your nipple needs to be considered, since you have already had one procedure. Be sure to discuss this with a qualified plastic surgeon who examines you and discusses the risks/benefits of additional treatment.
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