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Correction of inverted nipples
Many men and women have inverted nipples (one or both), but not comfortable with talking to your doctor. Repair inverted nipple is a rare idea that patients consider breast enhancement. The procedures usually considered are breast augmentation, breast lift or reduction breast. For some patients, not only want the breast size decision support but also concerns over her nipple and / or areola – the nipple is projected and areola is the pigmented skin surrounding the nipple. Patients are pleased to know that it is a simple procedure to improve the nipple / areola. If the nipple is inverted, too large or too far in projecting Dr. Poustie can help solve.
The nipple is an important part of a woman's appearance and sexuality. Inverted nipples affect the body image of men and women. Inverted nipples are congenital in most cases – sometimes the nipples are inverted after the delivery and / or breastfeeding.
Types of nipples
There are three "degrees" of investment – which basically means that three levels of severity. While some Inverted nipples can be sometimes (and "out" or become everted in response to cold or physical touch), others are more serious upside and let ever. Some women can breastfeed normally, while others never able to breastfeed.
• Grade 1. Nipples are inverted but can become everted manually ( through stimulation) or in response to cold weather. They can remain everted for some time. Milk ducts are not involved and usually breastfeeding is possible. These are "Shy nipples."
• Grade 2. Nipples are inverted and are more difficult to Evert. The eversion almost never lasts – the nipple becomes inverted state immediately. Breastfeeding may be possible, but not a sure thing.
• Grade 3. Nipples are very invested and Evert ever. Milk ducts are often narrow and breastfeeding is impossible. Women with Grade 3 inverted nipples can control infections, skin rashes or problems with nipple hygiene.
Correction of inverted nipples
Patients are happy to know that the procedures are minimally invasive and inverted nipple can do together with other procedures such as breast augmentation, breast lift or breast reduction (for men and women). This procedure is performed in our ambulatory surgery center local or general anesthesia.
Surgical correction of inverted nipples
The surgery involves a small incision at the base of the nipple. Milk ducts are identified and divided – which allows the nipple to stay everted spontaneously. A suture is used to support the eversion and closure of the line suture is completed. Usually dissolving stitches are needed
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About the Author
Dr. Tom Pousti is a La Jolla / San Diego Cosmetic Plastic Surgeon specializing in Reconstructive and Cosmetic Plastic Surgery and is dedicated to restoring appearance, self-esteem, function, and quality of life to his patients. After 17 years of extensive medical and surgical training, Dr. Tom Pousti is double board certified in General Surgery as well as Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery.
Dr. Pousti and his wife Marjan reside in San Diego with their three sons and daughter.
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