Can my nipples be pierced? Will I be able to keep my piercing in if I decide to get a breast augmentation? (Photo)

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I have recently found out that I have a mild form of tuberous breast deformity and I will like to know if will be able to pierce my nipples despite the fact of having a breast deformity. My aerolas are fairly large while my nipples are tiny compared to them. Is it possible to pierce my nipples? Also, will I be able to keep my piercing in if I decide to get a breast augmentation? Breasts look very similar to this.

Jose M. Soler-Baillo, MD, MS · Answer

Thank you for your question and photo.  You can certainly have your nipples pierced, but they will need to be removed before surgery.All the best,Dr. ResultsMiami, FL

John Michael Thomassen, MD · Answer

There is no contraindication to piercing your nipples before or after augmentation surgery.  Nonetheless it is something you should consider as this can lead to infection, deformity and possibly lactation issues.  You should allow ample time to recover from the piercing before undergoing breast augmentation surgery.

Jose Perez-Gurri, MD, FACS · Answer

Absolutely yes. We frequently perform breast augmentations on patients who have pierced nipple. Because they are metal , they need to be removed during surgery. Some patients are afraid that the piercing will close and we therefore recommend that they wear plastic rings or studs. The metal can interfere with the electro cautery machine used to control bleeding.I am certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery and have practiced in the"land of breast implants", Miami, for the past 29 years. I encourage you to look up the surgeon you eventually select and make sure they have years of experience in performing cosmetic breast surgery. Furthermore request to see before and after photos of previous patients by that doctor....not a clinic or surgery center. Do your homework......research and verify the doctor's credentials. Have they had problems with the Board of Medicine, disciplinary or otherwise. Any law suits?How about the center, clinic or facility? Are they accredited by a national organization or do they just have State approval. Understand that at the current time, there are three nationally recognized organizations responsible for the highest levels of patient safety, AAAASF, AAACH and JCHO. You owe it to yourself to position yourself for the best possible results but under the most stringent safety regulations, If you have kids, even more so.How about anesthesia? Will you have a medical doctor certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology or a certified nurse anesthetist (CRNA)? Understand that there is no substitute for research. Cosmetic surgery, no matter how simple it may be to the patients, are invasive procedures and as such carry certain risks and complications.I wish you the best on your journey. I hope that the info provided has been helpful. Should you require any further clarification, do not hesitate to contact our institute. I answer all questions personally, not through patient coordinators or other marketing individuals.In our office we use TouchMD which is a web based program in which patients have the ability to load their picture unto the program. I then evaluate them and can actually draw on the picture to show a potential patient where the incisions would be located and how the procedure is to be realized. It's all done to comply with HIPPA which is the federal law that protects the patient's medical information. Look them up. Dr. PG

Emmanuel Mallol Cotes, MD · Answer

Thanks for the question! After a month breast augmentation surgery you will be able to pierce your nipples. Best regards, Dr. Emmanuel Mallol

Young R. Cho, MD, PhD · Answer

Thank you for your question.   You should be able to pierce your nipples independent of having a breast augmentation.  If you do it before surgery, then you will be asked to remove them during the procedure itself and for a few weeks afterwards until all the swelling, bruising is down.

David Bogue, MD · Answer

You certainly may have nipple piercing either before or after a breast augmentation. If you choose to pierce before a breast augmentation or tuberous breast correction, allow a good 6 weeks to heal prior to undergoing the surgery.

Darryl J. Blinski, MD · Answer

Your nipples can always be re pierced after fully recover from the surgery. Best to seek in person opinions.

Gabriel Del Corral, MD, FACS · Answer

Absolutely! I would reccomend waiting after your surgery to pierce them. There is no contraindication to do them before either.best of luck !

Daniel Shapiro, MD · Answer

You can have your nipples pierced before or after Breast Augmentation surgery. They would need to be removed the day of your surgery and could be replaced once you are put into a sports bra, typically the following day.

Julio Clavijo-Alvarez, MD, MPH, FACS · Answer

Thank you for your question.Yes, you can pierce your nipples with your tuberous deformity.When considering the breast augmentation the important thing about piercing is to do it 2 or more months around your surgery. The piercing could be a source of infection that can contaminate your breast implants. If you decide to have it before the augmentation, get a temporary plastic spacer to prevent burns during your surgery.Best of luckJulio Clavijo-Alvarez

Can my nipples be pierced? Will I be able to keep my piercing in if I decide to get a breast augmentation? (Photo)

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