I am interested in a breast lift. However, my breasts sag considerably and nipples need to be raised much, much higher. Can this be achieved with raising nipples and connective tissue? Meaning without removing nipples - I don't want to lose nipple function. And I am happy with my breast size - D cup.
April 16, 2016
Answer: Nipples can be preserved on pedicles for quite some distance but nipple function may still be altered with that. Nipple grafts do regain some function such as hardening to stimulation and on rare occasions, can regain sensation. Pedicled nipples do not guarantee that your sensation will be preserved and have more chances of compromise. Sometimes, you have to accept things in order to do what you desire...
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April 16, 2016
Answer: Nipples can be preserved on pedicles for quite some distance but nipple function may still be altered with that. Nipple grafts do regain some function such as hardening to stimulation and on rare occasions, can regain sensation. Pedicled nipples do not guarantee that your sensation will be preserved and have more chances of compromise. Sometimes, you have to accept things in order to do what you desire...
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April 17, 2016
Answer: Nipple Repositioning Your question highlights both a common and valid concern of women considering breast rejuvenation, but also a common misconception about the breast lift procedure.Taking the second issue first, it is very uncommon in the practice of a plastic surgeon with experience in breast rejuvenation, to "disconnect" the nipple and areola only to move it and "reconnect" it somewhere else on the breast. In this so-called "free-nipple graft" technique, the nipple will lose all feeling and functionality, though in rare cases can redevelop a sense of pressure.Instead, the nipple/areola position is changed by removing skin above it, to make room for it in the position you want, and re-wrapping the skin-bra around it. The nipple remains attached to the same breast tissue below it has always been a part of.Losing feeling to the nipple is uncommon in the breast lift or breast reduction procedure. While everyone goes through a postoperative period where things feel numb- this feeling is usually replaced by a short phase of hypersensitivity, then normalization. This process may take a few days or as long as a year or more. But it is uncommon. If, however, the nipple, areola, and breast is a critical erogenous zone for a woman, they should think long an hard about that risk before proceeding with breast tailoring.I hope this explanation helps.Be well.-drB
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April 17, 2016
Answer: Nipple Repositioning Your question highlights both a common and valid concern of women considering breast rejuvenation, but also a common misconception about the breast lift procedure.Taking the second issue first, it is very uncommon in the practice of a plastic surgeon with experience in breast rejuvenation, to "disconnect" the nipple and areola only to move it and "reconnect" it somewhere else on the breast. In this so-called "free-nipple graft" technique, the nipple will lose all feeling and functionality, though in rare cases can redevelop a sense of pressure.Instead, the nipple/areola position is changed by removing skin above it, to make room for it in the position you want, and re-wrapping the skin-bra around it. The nipple remains attached to the same breast tissue below it has always been a part of.Losing feeling to the nipple is uncommon in the breast lift or breast reduction procedure. While everyone goes through a postoperative period where things feel numb- this feeling is usually replaced by a short phase of hypersensitivity, then normalization. This process may take a few days or as long as a year or more. But it is uncommon. If, however, the nipple, areola, and breast is a critical erogenous zone for a woman, they should think long an hard about that risk before proceeding with breast tailoring.I hope this explanation helps.Be well.-drB
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