If you’re self-conscious about large or protruding nipples, nipple reduction surgery is a quick and easy way to decrease their size and make them less noticeable. The surgery is simple and straightforward, and it will leave you feeling more confident in your appearance. Nipple or Macrothelia Reduction surgery decreases the prognosis (sticking out) of the nipple, as well as the circumference. It’s worth mentioning that nipple reduction is not to be confused with areola reduction; The areola is the darkened area of skin surrounding the nipple.
Macrothelia reduction surgery involves reducing the size of the nipple projection, and sometimes the areola as well. This procedure can be done as a standalone surgery, but can also be performed with a breast augmentation or breast lift. Macrothelia or Nipple Reduction Surgery Procedure Before surgery, you will be given local anaesthesia. Horizontal or vertical incisions will be made on the nipple area using advanced procedure that require minimal cuts and scarring. The extra tissue and skin will be removed and the nipples will be arranged, shortened, or tightened. The incision made will be closed with a suture or stitch, and your nipples will be covered with a bandage on both sides.
Post operative period:
You can expect minimal swelling and pain after the surgery, which might last upto a week. Low grade pain can be controlled with regular pain killers which will be prescribed Dressing: for a day Bath: from the next day onwards
First follow up:
After 3 days Suture removal:1 week Down time:1 week, mainly due to the swelling Special advice:head end elevation
Results:
Final results will be visible after 3 months Pre surgery must do Stop smoking and Alcohol Consult your doctor if you can stop blood thinners if your in such medications Stop herbal medications.
