Nipple surgery is a common breast plastic surgery, mainly used to improve the appearance of the nipple and make it more harmonious with the overall proportion of the breast. Enlarged nipples may not only affect a woman's appearance, but may also cause psychological distress, especially when wearing certain clothes or having intimate contact, the protruding nipple may cause discomfort to women. Nipple surgery helps solve this problem while preserving the function and beauty of the nipple. This article will discuss in detail the methods, indications, surgical procedures, risks and postoperative care of nipple surgery.
1. Causes of enlarged nipples
Enlarged nipples refer to nipples that are larger than the normal range, which may cause nipples to protrude or have asymmetrical shapes. This situation may be caused by a variety of reasons, including but not limited to genetic factors, fluctuations in hormone levels, enlarged nipples during lactation, weight changes, pregnancy, etc. The problem of enlarged nipples is often not only a cosmetic problem. In some cases, enlarged nipples may affect the dressing experience and psychological state, and even affect intimate relationships. Therefore, many women choose to repair the appearance of their nipples through surgery.
2. Methods of plastic surgery for enlarged nipples
The purpose of nipple plastic surgery is to reduce the protrusion of the nipple through surgery, improve the shape of the nipple, and make it more harmonious with the breast. According to the specific method of surgery, nipple plastic surgery can be roughly divided into the following types:
Endopapillary incision
Endonucleic acid is a common nipple reduction surgery method suitable for patients with larger nipples. During the operation, the doctor usually makes a small incision on the edge of the nipple and reduces the size of the nipple by removing part of the nipple tissue. This method can better control the shape and size of the nipple without affecting the feeling of the nipple. The incision after the operation usually heals naturally without leaving obvious scars.
External papillary incision
The external nipple incision method is suitable for patients with large nipples with irregular shapes. During the operation, the doctor will make an incision on the outer edge of the nipple to remove excess nipple tissue. Compared with the internal nipple incision method, this method can better solve the problem of asymmetric nipple shape. Although the incision is located on the outer edge of the nipple, the scar is relatively hidden and not easy to detect during the recovery process.
Nipple rotation
Nipple flipping is suitable for patients whose nipples protrude too much and who want to reduce the size of their nipples. Through this surgical method, the doctor will flip the nipple, thereby removing excess nipple tissue and restoring the normal size and shape of the nipple. This method can effectively avoid the scar problems that may be caused by traditional surgery, and the recovery effect is better.
Nipple and areola plastic surgery
For patients with enlarged nipples and asymmetrical or enlarged areola, combined nipple and areola plastic surgery can be used. This surgery improves the overall appearance by reducing the size of both the nipple and areola at the same time. The key to the surgery is to carefully control the ratio of the nipple to the areola so that it is consistent with other parts of the breast.
3. Surgical Indications and Contraindications
Nipple surgery is not suitable for all patients. The following are the indications and contraindications for surgery:
Indications
①, 2. Women with protruding nipples, especially those with more obvious nipples, who often feel uncomfortable when dressing or having intimate contact;
②, 3. Women with asymmetrical nipple shapes that affect their appearance;
③、4、Women with a genetic background of enlarged nipples, or women whose nipples are enlarged due to hormone fluctuations, breastfeeding, etc. and who want to improve their appearance;
④、 5. Women who are psychologically insecure about the appearance of their nipples and wish to improve it.
Contraindications
①, 7. Women who are pregnant or breastfeeding, as physiological changes in the breast and nipple may affect the postoperative effect;
② 8. Women with severe breast infection, tumor or other breast diseases;
③ 9. Women who are allergic to the surgical site or have a serious scarring constitution;
④. 10. The patient has other systemic diseases that may affect the outcome of surgery, such as diabetes, immune system diseases, etc.
4. Surgical Procedure and Postoperative Recovery
Surgical Procedure
Plastic surgery for enlarged nipples usually uses local anesthesia or mild sedation anesthesia. The patient completes the surgery while awake. The operation time is generally between 30 minutes and 1 hour. The specific time depends on the surgical method and the patient's specific situation. During the operation, the doctor will make a personalized design based on the size and shape of the nipple and adopt an appropriate excision method. After the operation, the doctor will use meticulous suturing techniques to reduce scar formation.
Postoperative Recovery
The postoperative recovery period is generally 1-2 weeks. During this period, patients need to be careful to avoid strenuous exercise and excessive activity. There may be some swelling, redness and pain in the early stage, which is normal. The doctor will recommend wearing elastic underwear or special breast protectors to help wound healing and shaping. The stitches should be removed 1-2 weeks after surgery, and nipple pressure or friction should be avoided within 3-6 months to avoid affecting the healing process.
5. Risks and complications of surgery
Nipple surgery is a relatively safe procedure, but any surgery has its own risks. Common complications include:
Infection : There may be a risk of wound infection during the operation, and postoperative care requires strict compliance with the doctor's instructions.
Scar formation : Although the surgery is designed with hidden incisions, some patients may still have obvious scars. To avoid scar hyperplasia, proper care and application of scar repair cream are required after the operation.
Changes in nipple sensation : During the procedure, changes in nipple sensation may occur. Although this is rare, some patients may experience temporary or long-term nipple numbness.
Unsatisfactory surgical results : In some cases, patients may not be satisfied with the post-operative results and may need further revision surgery.
6. Psychological factors and postoperative satisfaction
Nipple surgery is not only a surgical procedure, but also a psychological intervention. Many women choose this surgery to improve their self-image and restore their self-confidence. Therefore, preoperative psychological counseling is very important. The doctor needs to understand the patient's expectations and needs in detail and help them develop a reasonable surgical plan to ensure that the postoperative effect meets expectations.
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Plastic surgery for enlarged nipples can effectively improve the shape of the nipples and make them more coordinated with the overall breast. The choice of surgical method should be personalized according to the patient's specific situation. At the same time, attention should be paid to postoperative care and recovery. Although the operation is relatively safe, there are also certain risks and complications. Before the operation, you should fully communicate with a professional doctor to understand the possible postoperative effects and recovery process.