I think my areolas are way too huge, I want to get them reduced (Photo)

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I have always been insecure about my nipples size, I think they are too big. I want to go through a areola reduction but still unsure if I’m a good candidate 24 y/o

Leila Kasrai, MD, FRCSC · Answer

Areola reduction surgery can reduce the size of your areola to make them more proportionate. Please seek a board certified plastic surgeon experienced in cosmetic breast surgery.

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear allisonpham,
based on your photo, it looks like you would benefit from areola reduction. If you are considering surgery, I would suggest you consult a board-certified plastic surgeon. Only after a thorough examination, you will get more information and recommendations.
Daniel Barrett, MDCertified, American Board of Plastic SurgeryMember, American Society of Plastic SurgeryMember, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Jeffrey J. Roth, MD, FACS · Answer

Thank you for your question and photos. It is a bit difficult to say without an exam or measurements. It sounds like you may like the nipple areola complex (NAC), to be smaller. Yes, I think that you can have this done. You may want to consider a lift. Each of the lifting techniques typically will involve an incision line around the NAC, (areolar reduction). The amount of lifting typically will determine the incision lines, (scars). Examples of the types of incision lines are; Doughnut, Lollipop, Anchor. The scars typically look most red at 4 months, and then better at 10 months. With a breast lift, you have the opportunity to make the NAC smaller. Most women want the NAC to be about 4 cm in diameter. Best to talk with your Board Certified Plastic Surgeon. Together you will make a plan.

Jeffrey J. Roth, M.D., F.A.C.S.

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

Las Vegas Plastic Surgery

Jeffrey J. Roth, M.D., F.A.C.S.

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

Las Vegas Plastic Surgery

Fernando Ovalle Jr., MD · Answer

Hello and thank you for your question. Medically healthy patients with a stable weight are the best candidates for this procedure. The incisions required to accomplish your areola reduction would be the same as a breast reduction or a breast lift (around the areola, down to the breast fold and usually also a horizontal component along the breast fold). This would not only reduce the size of your areolas but would also raise the nipples to a more youthful spot and make the breast position higher/perkier. If you also wanted your breast volume reduced (smaller cup size) this could also be accomplished in the same procedure). The best advice is to seek an in-person consultation and exam with a board certified plastic surgeon.

Camille Cash, MD · Answer

An in person consultation is best but from the provided photo it appears you are a better candidate for a breast lift.  This would reduce the size of the areola as well as raise the nipple position and lift the breast.  A risk with reducing the areola only is that the weight from the breast may restretch the areola tissue over time, potentially leaving you with the same concern you have now.  I encourage you to visit with a board certified plastic surgeon near you who can examine you and recommend the best approach for you.

Connie Hiers, MD, FACS · Answer

Your breasts are also large. You would do well with a breast reduction or least a lift. Without lifting the breasts, the areolar reduction will not hold and will stretch out again.

Kenneth R. Francis, MD, FACS · Answer

Dear Allison,
From the photos it appears that you would be a great candidate for areolar reduction surgery.  Seek consultation with an American Board of Plastic Surgery certified plastic surgeon in Palm Beach Gardens for an examination and discussion regarding the procedure and what to expect.  Good luck!

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