Hello. It's been 2 1/2 since since my breast lift and implants. My left nipple is still numb. Will I ever get the feeling back?

For most patients, this is temporary as  the nerves will re-establish new pathways and sensation should return.  But there exists a small percentage of patients who may have permanent numbness. Kenneth Hughes, MD, ABPS Board Certified Plastic SurgeonLos Angeles, CA

If it has been only 2 and a half months, then you may regain sensation. If it has been 2 and a half years, then no, you will stay numb.

Dear Lucy J,
numbness is very common. It depends on the operation but often times sensation can return in a couple of weeks, a year, or not at all.  Nipple sensation itself is very important and can sometimes be lost with breast surgery. This is often mentioned in the risks of the consent process. I imagine your numbness is just temporary although I would have to examine you.
Daniel Barrett, MD
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery