Nipple Reconstruction

About Nipple Reconstruction

Nipple reconstruction is a surgical procedure to restore the breast as much as possible to its appearance. The technique used can be using a flap from a donor site (another body part), or tattoo in form of a nipple.

Are you a candidate?

Most likely candidate for nipple reconstruction:

• A patient who has large nipples and wants to reduce the size
• A patient who has undergone mastectomy patients
• A patient whose nipple doesn’t ‘survive’ a breast surgery.

What is Inverted Nipple Reconstruction?

It is a surgical correction of inverted nipples that look flat or look like a hole at the nipple site. Inverted nipples can not only cause functional problems but emotional concerns too. Correction is possible depending on the complexity of the issue.

A consultation with board certified plastic surgeon, Dr Shahin Javaheri is the first step in this process. The intent of the consultation is to provide thorough education about the procedure, answer any questions you have and discuss your goals and expectations to help you make an informed decision. After your physical examination and discussion, Dr Javaheri will devise a surgical plan specific to your needs that will yield best results.

Procedure

The procedure is an out patient procedure which can be combined with a breast augmentation, breast lift, or reduction. Surgical time by itself: 30 min – 1 hour

During surgery, the breast tissue is raised to create an open pocket under the breast tissue or beneath the chest wall muscle. Inserting a Saline or Silicone gel filled implant behind each breast can increase a woman’s breast size by one or more bra cup sizes.

Call 415.923.3800 to schedule an appointment to discuss nipple reconstruction in San Francisco or Berkeley with breast specialist Shahin Javaheri M.D.