Will wrinkles and dents smooth out after time after breast reduction? (photos)

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I am concerned about the wrinkles and dents where my nipples have been attached. Attached are photos please let me know if you think this will fix itself after time or if I may need additional surgery for more natural look. I am not worried about the other scars, just where the nipples were attached. Thank you,

Tom J. Pousti, MD · Answer

Congratulations on having undergone the breast reduction procedure. Yes, you will likely be be very pleasantly surprised how nicely the "wrinkles" smoothen out over the course of the next several months. Continue to follow up with your plastic surgeon who will be your best resource for accurate assessment, advice, and meaningful reassurance/predictions. Best wishes for an outcome that you will be very please with long-term.

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear jangee39,I understand you are concerned with the appearance of your scars. As your scars heal, it should flatten out and lighten. Loss of pigmentation or hyperpigmentation may also be experienced but will resolve over time. Always follow your surgeon's post operative care instructions when it comes to scar management to avoid any complications like infection and for faster healing and recovery.Daniel Barrett, MD

Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery
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Nick Masri, MD, FACS · Answer

First of all, congratulations on your breast reduction, jangee39!
Based on your photos, it looks like you’re still in the early stages of healing. It will still get better in time as your breasts adjust to their new shape. If the appearance doesn’t improve after six months, then that’s the time that you should think about your next step. For now, just be patient.
And if you have any other concerns, don’t hesitate to follow-up with your reputable and board-certified plastic surgeon.
Good luck!

Candis Lovelace, MD · Answer

Thanks for the question and photos.  It looks like you are still very early after breast reduction, and most of these things get better with time.  If you are concerned, make an appointment with your surgeon for evaluation.

Leonard Tachmes, MD · Answer

Hi and welcome to our forum!
The breast reduction procedure involves separation of the skin and soft tissues of the breast from underlying breast tissue, removal of excess skin, soft tissue and breast tissue, and closure of the incisions around the areola and the inferior poles of the breasts with suture material. This represents a significant "insult" to the tissues of the chest, resulting in the development of inflammatory swelling which initially totally obscures and distorts the operative result. From your photos, you appear to be extremely early in your postoperative course. 60-80% of the swelling will; subside at the 6th week, with the remainder slowly subsiding over 6-12 months. The skin envelope also must readjust to the smaller breast. The scars will take a year to mature, soften, and the incisions will become somewhat indistinct.
Continue followup with your plastic surgeon.
Best wishes...

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