I had darker areola & dark nipples and was trilling to make it lighter then had color tattoo. However the result make it even darker and the skin get damaged , Looks wired ,and more wrinkled. I am trying to do areola reduction and nipple reduction to cut away the skin being tottoed and damaged , and I want it nipple base incision . Is that a good idea to do it? Will I get the result I want ?Any concern, thank you
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January 29, 2017
Answer: Worried about results from areaola and nipple reduction.
Thank you for sharing your question. I would strongly advise you not to try this technique as it is painful, results in inferior results, and increases your risks of complications. Nipple reduction surgery can be performed safely and quickly in a surgeon's office. See an ASPS board cert...
Yes, you should ask anything of concern, especially when it comes to your specific anatomy and goals, during the consultation process. Ultimately, careful selection of plastic surgeon and communication goals are 2 of the keys to success when it comes to successful breast surgery. Best wishes.
Thank you for sharing your question and photograph. Though I see your loose stitch I do not see that your incision has opened but I would talk with your surgeon about your concerns. They can examine the stitches and determine appropriate wound care to ensure you go on to heal without issue...
