Reconstructive areola surgery after necrosis? (Photo)

Question

Is it possible to safely, without much risking necrosis too much, remove the nipple from the other right breast, then reduce and sew the areola in such a way that it is somewhat symmetric with the left areola that has had nipple necrosis? Since there is not a lot of areola on the left breast and I don’t want tattoo, I don’t think nipple reconstruction would look nice? I’d be content with just two symmetric areola’s, there doesn’t necessarily need to be a nipple and I don’t want only one nipple..

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear breastreductionsurgery,
it is hard to tell for sure without an examination. If you are considering surgery, I would suggest you consult a board-certified plastic surgeon. Only after a thorough examination, you will get more information and recommendations.
Daniel Barrett, MDCertified, American Board of Plastic SurgeryMember, American Society of Plastic SurgeryMember, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Connie Hiers, MD, FACS · Answer

Yes, the larger areola can be revised to be smaller, however, it would not be removed, but trimmed. Please discuss this with your surgeon.

Sibel Atalay, MD · Answer

Hi,This procedure can be performed quite easily under local anesthesia. It is a relatively straightforward process, where we can safely remove the nipple from the right breast and reshape the areola to achieve better symmetry with the left breast. Since the approach is localized, you won’t require general anesthesia, and the recovery time is generally quicker. This way, we can focus on making both areolas appear symmetrical, as per your preference, without the need for nipple reconstruction or tattooingDr Sibel Atalay

Reconstructive areola surgery after necrosis? (Photo)

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