Will I get nipple sensation back after my breast lift and augmentation?

Thank you for your question. During the recovery period, following a breast lift with augmentation, it is not unusual to experience some degree of numbness in the nipple and areola area. However in the vast majority of cases, this is temporary and the sensitivity recovers. One of the main reasons of problems with nipple sensitivity after this kind of procedure is the size of the implants used; larger implants will more likely affect sensitivity than smaller implants.I hope my answer helps you to put your mind at rest.All the best.Andrea MarandoGMC Specialist RegisterCertified, European Board of Plastic SurgeryMember of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons

Dear lori1997,numbness is very common. It depends on the operation but often times sensation can return in a couple of weeks, a year, or not at all.  Nipple sensation itself is very important and can sometimes be lost with breast surgery. This is often mentioned in the risks of the consent process. I imagine your numbness is just temporary although I would have to examine you.Daniel Barrett, MD, MHA, MS 
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery  
Member, Am. Society of Plastic Surgery