Is areola repigmentation tattoo the correct treatment for me? (Photo)

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I had chest reconstruction surgery to remove loose skin, my right nipple/areola got covered in black stuff like gunk, and this is what my areola looks like now. I've heard of areola repigmentation, was wondering if this is the correct treatment? Also, how do I find doctors near me who will help me? I live in Virginia Beach, Virginia. I included pics of my normal looking nipple so you can see the difference between the 2. Also, what's the average cost for fixing this issue?

Kenneth Hughes, MD · Answer

Hello, thank you for your question. You would be a candidate for tattooing. I would recommend you see a suitably qualified practitioner who specializes in micropigmentation.

Camille Cash, MD · Answer

Yes, you can have the pigmentation tattooed to match the surrounding skin and other areola.  You can ask your surgeon for medical tattoo artists in your area who can provide you with a price quotation.

Rhett N. Willis, Jr., MD · Answer

I think areola tattooing will be the best solution for the depigmentation of your nipple areola complex. I believe there are some good tattoo artist in DC who specialize in areola tattooing and from a short distance, are almost indistinguishable from a natural areola. We are also based in VA, so happy to help with any future surgical needs! Hope this helps. Dr. W.

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