Nipple Repair in Eugene

Board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Lee B. Daniel at Aesthetic Plastic Surgery in Eugene, OR expertly enhances nipple aesthetics through advanced surgical techniques. Whether it’s correcting disproportionately large nipples, addressing asymmetry, or fixing inverted nipples, Dr. Daniel offers skillful solutions tailored to your needs.

For those who have lost a nipple due to cosmetic or reconstructive procedures, nipple reconstruction is available to restore what was lost. Aging, genetics, and breastfeeding can also affect nipple size and projection. We provide the latest cosmetic procedures to improve and restore the nipple and areola, helping you achieve a symmetrical and aesthetically pleasing appearance.

What is Nipple Repair?

Nipple reconstruction is a surgical procedure designed to rebuild or reshape the nipple and areola; the darker skin surrounding the nipple. Some features of the nipple and areola are congenital, meaning they are present at birth, while others may develop due to developmental, hormonal, or medical reasons. Sometimes the procedure is performed following a mastectomy and breast reconstruction.

How Does a Nipple Repair Work?

Nipple repair surgery addresses inverted nipples, oversized nipples, and low-set nipples. Using precise techniques, the surgery is tailored to your needs. For inverted nipples, tethered ducts are released, allowing the nipple to protrude naturally. This can sometimes involve cutting milk ducts, which might affect future breastfeeding.

Nipple reduction resizes large nipples for a more pleasing look, while a nipple lift repositions low nipples, enhancing the breast’s appearance. In this case, the tissue will be reshaped or grafted to achieve symmetry and a natural look. Preserving nerves and blood vessels during the surgery is crucial to maintaining nipple sensation and breastfeeding capabilities.

Post-surgery, patients can usually return to normal activities within a few days, with full recovery expected in a few weeks.

Benefits of a Nipple Repair

Nipple repair surgery offers several key benefits, enhancing both the appearance and symmetry of your breasts. Lifting low nipples helps achieve improved symmetry and a more aesthetically pleasing appearance. Additionally, nipple reduction can surgically correct large nipples, making them appear rounder and more balanced. For those with inverted nipples, correction can significantly improve breast appearance, contributing to increased self-confidence and self-esteem

Nipple Repair vs. Other Procedures

Nipple repair is a surgical procedure focused on restoring the shape, size, and position of the nipple, often for cosmetic reasons or to correct abnormalities from injury, genetics, or past surgeries. Unlike breast augmentation or reduction, which changes the size and shape of the breast, nipple repair is a minor surgery with a shorter recovery time. However, it requires precision and expertise from the surgeon for optimal results. Breast augmentation and reduction, in contrast, involve longer recoveries and potential risks such as scarring, loss of sensation, or breastfeeding complications.

Before, During, and After

What To Expect Before a Nipple Repair Procedure

Before your nipple repair surgery, you’ll meet with Dr. Daniel in Eugene for a pre-surgical consultation. He will review your medical history and discuss your aesthetic goals. He will then create a personalized surgical plan tailored to your needs. Additionally, you’ll receive detailed instructions on how to prepare for the surgery, including advice to quit smoking and avoid aspirin, herbal supplements, and anti-inflammatory medications, as these can increase the risk of bleeding.

What To Expect During a Nipple Repair Procedure

During a nipple repair procedure, Dr. Daniel will clean and mark the area around your nipple to ensure proper placement and symmetry. The type of anesthesia used will depend on the complexity of the procedure. A small incision will be made around the areola to access the underlying tissue.

Techniques such as tissue rearrangement or grafting might be employed to rebuild the nipple, or a prosthetic device may be used to create a new one. Once the nipple reconstruction is complete, a realistic areola will be skillfully created using skin grafts or pigmentation techniques. Finally, all incisions will be closed with dissolvable stitches or surgical tape, completing the procedure.

What To Expect After a Nipple Repair Procedure

Minor oozing from the incisions is normal, and a nipple dressing with a compression bra is required for 48 hours. Pain is typically present for the first 24 hours and can be managed with over-the-counter medications. You can return to work immediately, but most patients take one week off from strenuous exercise. Your doctor will schedule follow-up appointments to monitor healing and ensure proper results.

It may take a few months for your nipples to heal fully. Scaring should fade over time, but it is important to follow post-operative care instructions for optimal results. Following the treatment, any visible bruising or swelling diminishes within a few days and continues to resolve over the next two weeks.

Frequently asked questions

What is the recovery time for a Nipple Repair?

There will be bruising and swelling for a few days. This healing process will continue over the next two weeks. To aid in recovery, apply scar ointment daily to the incisions. During this period, you may notice a slight change in nipple sensation, either a decrease or an increase, as part of the natural healing process.

Are the results of Nipple Repair permanent?

The results of nipple repair are usually permanent.

What type of anesthesia is used during a Nipple Repair?

At Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, we focus on your comfort by using mild general anesthesia during a nipple repair procedure. This approach ensures that the experience is virtually painless.

How much does a Nipple Repair cost?

The cost of a nipple repair procedure depends on the surgery performed and the extent of the surgery. Insurers can sometimes cover nipple repair procedures, particularly if it is necessary following a mastectomy and breast reconstruction due to cancer.

How can I prepare for a Nipple Repair procedure?

To prepare for nipple repair procedure, complete all necessary lab tests or medical evaluations and adjust any current medications according to Dr. Daniel’s recommendations. Make sure to quit smoking well before your surgery date to aid in recovery. Avoid using aspirin, anti-inflammatory drugs, and herbal supplements, as they can increase the risk of bleeding during the procedure.

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