I'm worried about my nipple placement, I think they may be too high. How are they measured for placement?

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I am a bit worried about my future breast reduction, as I think the nipples may be to high if the surgeon relies on my short arm length to position them, as she uses the length of a persons to position them. I feel I would then have too much breast tissue under the nipple!

Ellen A. Janetzke, MD · Answer

hello and thank you for your question! When we take measurement we start at your sternal notch and measure down to each nipple to check for symmetry and placement of a nipple during procedures such as a breast reduction. Typically we like to see nipple placement between 19-21 centimeters. Check with your surgeon and ask them about placement so you can be sure your new look will be proportionate to you. Good luck!

Urmen Desai, MD, MPH, FACS · Answer

Trust in your surgeon.  The implant selection should be based on a combination of your desired size, soft tissue dynamics, breast base diameter and skin elasticity.  I recommend an in-office examination as well as a detailed discussion with a surgeon who you are comfortable with.   Finally, make sure your surgeon is a Double-Board Certified Plastic Surgeon certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery (ABPS), a member of the American Society of Plastic Surgery (ASPS), a member of the American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS), and a fellow of the American College of Surgeons (FACS).Best,Dr. DesaiBeverly Hills Institute for Aesthetic Plastic SurgeryBeverly Hills & Miami Beach TrainedDouble Board-Certified Beverly Hills Plastic Surgeon

Steven Wallach, MD · Answer

I like to use several reference points for positioning. I look at the inframammary fold and palpate through the breast for the right position. I also like to measure it from the sternal notch.

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