I had a BL with silicone 300 cc's under the muscle done in Jan. '10. My nipples pop out of every shirt, bra and bathing suit top making for an interesting summer. Is there anything that can be done to correct this? And what would be the "typical" measurement between the crease and nipple? Thank you.
Nipples too High After Breast Lift / Implants
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Thank you for your question. Often if the breast implants are placed to low or migrate down then nipples are displaced up and to the outside and appear to high. This can be corrected by adjusting the inferior portion of the lift and implant position.
However the other possibility is that the nipple areola was placed to high on your chest wall. Generally speaking the distance from the top of the breast bone below your neck to the nipple should be no less than 20 or 21 cm. If the lift placed your nipple areola too high that is less than 18 cm from the notch above your breast bone then it may be difficult to correct the problem. Please see your plastic surgeon.
However the other possibility is that the nipple areola was placed to high on your chest wall. Generally speaking the distance from the top of the breast bone below your neck to the nipple should be no less than 20 or 21 cm. If the lift placed your nipple areola too high that is less than 18 cm from the notch above your breast bone then it may be difficult to correct the problem. Please see your plastic surgeon.
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For an average framed individual, the distance from the collarbone to the nipples Is usually in the range of 18 to 21 cm. The position of the crease below the breast also plays a role. The distance from the nipple to the fold under the breast also can vary. In general, the higher the distance, the increased chance that the implant may settle too low relative to the position of the nipple. This may place the nipple on the upper part of the breast and this can make it more prone to pop out of a bra or bathing suit. Similarly, it is possible that the nipples were placed too close to the collarbone. You may wish to discuss with your plastic surgeon a possible revision if your problem is significant enough.
Malposition of the nipple areola complexes is a significant deformity that can occur for a variety of reasons following breast lift surgery. This deformity results in a phenomena known as a sunrise nipple, in which the nipple areola complexes point in an upward direction.
The majority of these cases occur because of settling of the breast implant and stretching of the inferior breast skin because of the effects of gravity. In other cases the areola may be positioned at a higher than normal level during surgery. Under these circumstances correction of this deformity can be extremely difficult.
In most cases, correction of this deformity involves raising the height of the infra-mammary fold and breast pocket by performing a capsulorrhaphy. In other cases the distance between the nipple and inframammary fold requires shortening. This usually involves a resection of skin along the inframammary fold which shortens the distance between the nipple and the fold. This distance typically measures 7 to 10cm depending upon the size of the breast.
If you’re concerned about nipple areola malposition, it’s important to consult a board certified plastic surgeon. This surgeon should be able to formulate an appropriate treatment plan for your problem.
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Thank you for the question.
Depending on the size of the breasts, the distance from the areola to inframammary fold generally ranges between 6 cm and 9 cm. If this distance is too great after mastopexy surgery, the nipple/areola complexes may appear to be too high on the breast mound (and seemed to be upward gazing). This may be the reason why your nipples want to “pop out” of clothing etc.
Correction of the situation involves excision of additional skin and/or tissue along the lower poles of the breasts; this procedure would serve to correct the position of the nipple/areola complexes on the breast mounds. They would no longer appear to be “star gazing” and would more likely stay within the confines of clothing.
In person consultation with little experience plastic surgeons may be helpful.
Best wishes.
Web reference: http://www.poustiplasticsurgery.com/Procedures/Procedure_breastLiftAug.htmWe
Hello,Normal measurements vary but if your nipples are constantly coming out of your shirt, they may be too high. This can be corrected, but will create scars on your lower breasts and moving them down a great distance can be challenging. It's best to get a consult with your plastic surgeon to discuss solutions. Best of luck!
This is usually caused by the implant slipping too low, or bottoming out, and the nipple areolar appears to point upward. Getting the maximum projection behind the nipple can change the tilt and make it appear not so high. There are so many different body types, shapes and breast positions that I don't think there are "typical" measurements. A good rule of thumb is that the nipple areolar is about mid arm level.
Thank you for your question. Without a photo can be difficult to answer. If your nipple was placed to high then a skin wedge excise is performed to correct. If the Implant has dropped then the fold will need to be lifted. Consult with a board Certified Plastic Surgeon. Best wishes.
It is an interesting topic and I do hear it sometimes. The problem can be from implants displaced too low. It would need a revision to lift the implants higher and into the correct location.
Web reference: https://www.pssnj.com/services/breast/breast-augmentation/
The typical nipple to fold distance depends largely upon the size of the implant that you have. That being said, do not despair. Lowering the nipple cab almost definitely be performed. Good luck.
The
“usual” distance from the nipple to the inframammary crease is 7 to 8
centimeters. It is possible to lower the
position of your nipple – areola relative to the breast crease. Discuss this
with your surgeon so your expectations will be realistic.
These answers are for educational purposes and should not be relied upon as a substitute for medical advice you may receive from your physician. If you have a medical emergency, please call 911. These answers do not constitute or initiate a patient/doctor relationship.
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