Have a breast augmentation soon - wondering about areola revision

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Hello! I have a breast augmentation coming up and was wondering how much time/effort it adds to the procedure if I ask the surgeon to add on areola Shrinking revision to my procedure? I’m very unhappy with the size of my areolas and have voiced that, but I didn’t know resizing my areola was even a feasible option until online research. How much or an added nuisance would it be for me to ask the surgeon to do that as well while I’m already in the surgical room and on anesthesia?

Emmanuel De La Cruz, MD · Answer

Adding an areola size reduction to your breast augmentation procedure is a feasible option, and it's something you can discuss with your plastic surgeon during your preoperative consultations. The decision to perform additional procedures during the same surgery will depend on various factors, and your surgeon will assess the feasibility based on your individual case.

Here are some considerations:

Surgeon's Expertise:

The feasibility of adding an areola size reduction will depend on your surgeon's expertise and comfort with combining procedures. Some surgeons routinely perform multiple procedures during the same operation, while others may prefer to stage procedures for safety reasons.
Surgical Time:

The addition of an areola size reduction may add some time to the overall surgical procedure. Your surgeon will need to evaluate how much time it would take and whether it can be accommodated within the same surgery.
Anesthesia:

Combining procedures may affect the amount of time you spend under anesthesia. While breast augmentation itself is a relatively short procedure, additional procedures may extend the total duration.
Recovery:

Combining procedures may also impact the recovery process. Your surgeon will provide guidance on postoperative care and any modifications to your recovery plan.
Safety Considerations:

Patient safety is always a priority. Your surgeon will assess whether combining procedures is safe and does not compromise your well-being.
It's important to communicate openly with your surgeon about your goals and concerns. If you are unhappy with the size of your areolas and wish to have them reduced, discussing this during your preoperative consultations is the best approach. Your surgeon can evaluate your individual case, discuss the potential risks and benefits, and provide guidance on whether combining procedures is a suitable option for you.

Remember that the decision to add on a procedure will depend on multiple factors, and your surgeon's recommendation will be based on their assessment of your unique situation.

Caner Kacmaz, MD · Answer

Hi! This is Arzu from Dr. Caner Kaçmaz Clinic. We need to see your photos to see if you need a revision surgery. İf you send us your photos we will be more than happy to help you
Kind regards

Gary M. Horndeski, MD · Answer

At the time of breast augmentation, a circumareola approach can be used to shrink the size of the areolas and place the implants.  The other alternative is an areola reduction with an inframammary fold incision to place the implants.

Best Wishes,

Gary Horndeski, M.D.

Ronald J. Edelson, MD · Answer

Resizing your areola is commonly done with a lift but not really something you should do if you’re just getting implants. There would be a scar all the way around the areolae and sometimes it doesn’t heal well

Connie Hiers, MD, FACS · Answer

You need to call your surgeon's office and discuss this now. On the day of surgery, you have signed your permit and nothing extra can legally be added, especially after you receive any preop medication. Plus, additional time may need to be added to the schedule which might be a problem if another surgeon is following your case. Go talk now.

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