My areolas are way too big. My nipples are flat. Is there anything I can do to change them?

Thanks for your question.  It is possible to surgically reduce the size of areolae and increase nipple projection.  I plastic surgeon can discuss the risks and benefits of the procedures.

Yes there is help if you feel the areola is too large and the nipples are flat. A reduction which includes an incision that goes around the areola can downsize them. Inverted nipples can also be addressed surgically. The best place to begin is a consultation with a board certified plastic surgeon near you to learn more.

Areolar reduction surgery is a pretty straightforward procedure that can make an areola smaller, but results in a circular scar along the periphery of the areola. Different patients can heal this scar differently, but it can be visible after it completely heals.Inverted nipple repair is usually done with a small incision at the base of the nipple, division of the ducts, and placement of a suture at the base of the nipple to keep it sticking out. After a few weeks scar tissue will build up, causing the nipple to remain everted. I often perform this procedure in my office under a local anesthetic.Good luck!