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How long will it take for the incision around the nipple to heal? (photos)

TakeMeHigherMar 11, 2015
I had a breast lift and implant, so my nipple was replaced. How long will it take for the incision to heal? And will it look normal after it heals?

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Dr. Sherwood Baxt, MD (retired)
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Answered on Mar 12, 2015
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Dr. Robert E. Zaworski, MD (retired)
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Answered on Mar 11, 2015
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