What is the likely outcome after nipple and areola necrosis? (photo)

Thanks for reaching out.  After skin necrosis, as long as the implant itself is not infected the likely final result will be a smaller breast with a vertical scar down the center of your breast, possible also horizontally as well.  If the implant is in fact infected it will need to come out and you should wait 2-3 months before starting off with a tissue expander.  It is really important to see your plastic surgeon right away and see what options are available to you.  Sometimes after failed implant reconstruction converting to autologous reconstruction where you use your own skin and fat to make a breast can be a viable option.I hope this helps :)

I am sorry that you have to go through this ordeal, but at this point, it is important to try to save the remaining skin on the breast for a good reconstruction. The picture shows that the implant is ready to be exposed. It would be good to know if an ADM was used. The current implant needs to be exchanged for a smaller implant or an expander. After going to a smaller implant a mastopexy should be done which will result in an inverted T or a vertical scar. This should be done as soon as possible to avoid infection and be able to continue the reconstruction. If infection sets in the implant would need to be removed. The final results can still be good, but the nipple needs to be reconstructed. If an expander is used, one might be able to achieve the same size breast over time, but the best scenario would be with a smaller implant and a mastopexy pattern on both sides. I am giving you all this information so that you can discuss all this with your plastic surgeon. He obviously needs to feel comfortable handling this complication. I would urge you to remain positive but vigilant in dealing with this problem. Remember the final results could still be good. 

Thank you for your question. Your most likely outcome is local wound care with slivadene and dressing changes. From your photo it looks like, at this point, your implants can be salvaged. But, it's a bit of a waiting game until the area declares itself / depending on the thickness and viability of underlying tissue. The best thing for you to do is to increase your protein intake, be vigilant about your dressing changes, and try and be as positive as possible - complications like yours can happen; but the good news is that, in time, your result will likely be only slightly affected (if at all).Best of luck!