Breast revision at 75 - is there a way to correct the nipple situation?

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I am 75 years old and need a revision due to caps and nipple indentation on the bottom of the nipple. I have had at least 6 revisions thru the years. My implants have always been put in thru the nipple (bottom). I had stractice put in to correct it and caps 10 years ago. I'm not taking them out...I'm still active with my husband. Is there a way to correct the nipple situation thats new.

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear Bullet,
breast revision surgery is the most difficult plastic surgery procedure performed. Botched breast surgery alters normal tissue planes and laxity, the ability of breasts to heal properly, and leaves scar tissue that dramatically affects the level of difficulty of the corrective surgery.Many patients come in to correct poor outcomes from their initial surgeries. The most common problems are due to implant malposition, bottoming out of the implant, poor scarring, and incorrect implant size.While the type of revision required will depend on the result of the previous surgery and the desired result of the patient, some revisions involve extensive pocket repair that may or may not need specialized external bras.If you are considering breast surgery revision, you should speak with a board certified plastic surgeon and have yourself properly assessed. Only after a thorough examination you will get more information and recommendations. Also, you have to make sure that your surgeon understands your breast augmentation goals.
Daniel Barrett, MD
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Connie Hiers, MD, FACS · Answer

You did not send photos, so I cannot be specific. I would suggest meeting with a surgeon, being examined, and discussing your options.

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