Some women feel self-conscious because they believe their nipples and areolae are overly large or lack symmetry. Disproportionately large areolae and nipples can give the breasts an odd or unbalanced look. Our surgeons perform nipple and areola reduction surgery and breast augmentation to restore a more proportionate and aesthetically pleasing appearance to the breasts.
How Is Nipple and Areola Reduction Surgery Performed?
Nipple and areola reduction may be performed under local or general anesthesia, depending on whether it is combined with another breast enhancement surgery, such as a breast lift or breast augmentation. Either way, you can expect to return home on the day of surgery.
To reduce the areola, Dr. Chang removes a rim of pigmented tissue around the outside edge while taking measurements to ensure symmetry between both areolae. He may use one of several surgical techniques to reduce the nipples, depending on the exact cosmetic concerns being addressed. Strategically placed sutures are used to close the incisions in a way that minimizes visible scarring.








