Do areolas get smaller or bigger after breast lift? (Photo)

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Hi doctors thank you for your time, I changed my 300 over muscle to 240 under muscle along with a breast lift, I never had big areolas but now they seem huge, do they go back to their previous size or actually get bigger as breast settles ?

Tom J. Pousti, MD · Answer

I think that you will find that your areola will remain the size that they currently are ( or become slightly larger  as the healing process continues); unfortunately, they will not go back to their previous size. Best wishes for an outcome that you will be pleased with long-term.

Larry S. Nichter, MD, MS, FACS · Answer

With smaller implants and no lift your areolar size should remain the same or perhaps be a bit smaller, with larger implants they tend to stretch a bit.If a periareolar lift is done, there is a tendency for your areaola to become larger. Witht he lollipop technique they tend to stay about the same size for most.

Thomas A. Mustoe, MD, FACS · Answer

It is possible to adjust areola size with a breast lift, but once the surgery is completed,  the areola will not get smaller during the healing process.  In your case I don't think it will change much.  If you are still dissatisfied after healing is completed, reduction in size would be a minor revision.  You have a nice s

Darryl J. Blinski, MD · Answer

No that is the final result. But the N/As appear more in line with the result to be expected. Best to discuss with your surgeon...

Steven Wallach, MD · Answer

They look a bit stretched and this may settle down with time as you heal. I wouldn't rush to have anything done at this point. You probably want to give it 3-4 months minimum to heal.  Best to always discuss with your surgeon.

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