I am curious to know how the scar around the nipple affects the sensitivity of the nipple after it has healed.
Answer: After breast augmentation, do the scars around the nipple cause it to be less sensitive? There are multiple factors in sensation. The cutaneous contribution that is altered with the skin incision is very small with regard to sensation. I perform all incisions so that patients can decide what is right for them.Kenneth Hughes, MDLos Angeles, CA
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Answer: After breast augmentation, do the scars around the nipple cause it to be less sensitive? There are multiple factors in sensation. The cutaneous contribution that is altered with the skin incision is very small with regard to sensation. I perform all incisions so that patients can decide what is right for them.Kenneth Hughes, MDLos Angeles, CA
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February 24, 2014
Answer: Scar and sensation while it is true that any scar location can lead to sensation changes a nipple scar does potentially divide more nerves near the nipple and could possibly affect nerve sensation in this manner a little more than other incision options.
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February 24, 2014
Answer: Scar and sensation while it is true that any scar location can lead to sensation changes a nipple scar does potentially divide more nerves near the nipple and could possibly affect nerve sensation in this manner a little more than other incision options.
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February 23, 2014
Answer: Nipple sensation Dear bresmom,The sensation to the nipples comes from intercostal nerves that course on top of the pectoralis muscle and reach the nipple vertically. So, incision under or around the areola does not impact the nipple sensation. 2 things can impact the sensation of the nipples : 1. Subglandular breasts augmentation ( above the muscle ) because that is where the nerves course after they exit from the muscle laterally and can be damaged during the dissection of the pocket. That is why nipple sensation is better maintained in the submusclar breasts augmentation procedure. 2. When the anatomy of the intercostal nerves is such that they exit the muscle too medially and can be damaged during the lateral dissection of the pocket. Always, consult with board certified plastic surgeons and check their befor and after pictures to make sure that you like the results. Also, make sure that their pictures are numerous and consistent and they have good reviews. All the best, Dr Widder
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February 23, 2014
Answer: Nipple sensation Dear bresmom,The sensation to the nipples comes from intercostal nerves that course on top of the pectoralis muscle and reach the nipple vertically. So, incision under or around the areola does not impact the nipple sensation. 2 things can impact the sensation of the nipples : 1. Subglandular breasts augmentation ( above the muscle ) because that is where the nerves course after they exit from the muscle laterally and can be damaged during the dissection of the pocket. That is why nipple sensation is better maintained in the submusclar breasts augmentation procedure. 2. When the anatomy of the intercostal nerves is such that they exit the muscle too medially and can be damaged during the lateral dissection of the pocket. Always, consult with board certified plastic surgeons and check their befor and after pictures to make sure that you like the results. Also, make sure that their pictures are numerous and consistent and they have good reviews. All the best, Dr Widder
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February 22, 2014
Answer: After breast augmentation, do the scars around the nipple cause it to be less sensitive? The incision used to perform breast augmentation surgery does not necessarily affect nipple/areola complex sensation. The more likely cause of decreased or loss of sensation is injury to the intercostal nerves.
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February 22, 2014
Answer: After breast augmentation, do the scars around the nipple cause it to be less sensitive? The incision used to perform breast augmentation surgery does not necessarily affect nipple/areola complex sensation. The more likely cause of decreased or loss of sensation is injury to the intercostal nerves.
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February 22, 2014
Answer: Areolar scars When using the peri-areolar incision for breast augmentation, very few patients have problems with loss of nipple sensitivity. This scar also usually heals quite well and can be difficult to perceive if done well. But I have stopped using this incision because I have clinical evidence to suggest that the capsular contracture rate is higher when using this incision. I strongly prefer the breast crease incision for this reason.
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February 22, 2014
Answer: Areolar scars When using the peri-areolar incision for breast augmentation, very few patients have problems with loss of nipple sensitivity. This scar also usually heals quite well and can be difficult to perceive if done well. But I have stopped using this incision because I have clinical evidence to suggest that the capsular contracture rate is higher when using this incision. I strongly prefer the breast crease incision for this reason.
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