If an inverted nipple is corrected, a protective dressing is designed to be worn for 4-weeks after the procedure. This is to stop the nipple being squashed by a bra. For nipple reduction or areolar reduction procedures, surgical tapes and/or glue is used, and the tapes are kept in place for at least two weeks.

For the first two weeks after surgery, no heavy lifting or significant exercise should be undertaken. Slowly building up exercise intensity after that is recommended.

Nipple and areolar re-shaping is becoming increasingly popular due to its high success rates. The success rates for the correction of inverted nipples somewhat depends on the surgical technique used. This will be discussed prior to the procedure, as it can have a bearing on the ability to breast feed in the future.

In any surgical procedure, problems can occur relating to infection or delayed healing - these are more likely in people who smoke.

Bleeding is seldom a significant problem but can occur. In some people, problematic scarring (keloid or hypertrophic) resulting in thickened scars may occur.

Further surgery is sometimes required for the sub-optimal result.

Prices starts from £1500

Please contact the clinic for a guide price