Nipples too close the the centre of my chest. What are my options? (Photo)

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I got a breast reduction nearly one year ago and my only problem is that my nipples are located too inwards, as in they are too close too close the to the centre of my chest. Are there any surgeries I can get to make them go outwards and more towards my armpits, giving me a larger upper pole space to work with? The first photo is what my boobs and nipples currently look like, and the other photo is what I wish my boobs looked like, which is the same photo just with the nipples blurred. Thanks!

Marwan R. Khalifeh, MD · Answer

there are options to move the nipples via surgery.  The amount of lateral movement you are seeking would also depend on how much the middle skin can still stretch.  during your consult your surgeon will be able to tell you if what you are looking for can be achieved or not.

Earl Stephenson, Jr., MD, DDS, MBA · Answer

Thank you for the pictures.  You can have a procedures to move the nipple/areola in a better position but probably no more than 2 cm in any direction.  Best wishes

Kenneth Hughes, MD · Answer

The skin envelope can probably be reoriented to lateralize the areolae.Kenneth Hughes, MDLos Angeles, CA

Carmen C. Munteanu, MD, FRACS · Answer

Hello thank you of the question and I am sorry to hear that you are not happy.
It looks like your nipples are too medial and too high.
It is difficult to move them in a more lateral position, even more difficult in a more inferior one. It might be possible with a procedure that reorganises the breast tissue and possibly removes more tissue.
You need to discuss your concerns with a Plastic Surgeon and have a good examination and analyse the options. Only with a thorough assessment you would be able to have a realistic answer to your question.
Good luck and take care!

Raj S. Ambay, MD · Answer

The question is best answered by an in-person exam. Moving the nipples a small distance can be an easy, in-office procedure. However, moving the nipples more than 2 cm will require more incisions and potentially a trade off with the scars. Make sure you meet with a board certified plastic surgeon to get your options.

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