What is a Nipple Reduction?
Nipple Reduction is a cosmetic, surgical procedure used for unusually large nipples, called hypertrophic nipples, which are usually concerned about the prominence of the nipples, which can sometimes stand out even under clothing, making a woman feel self-conscious. Some patients have different-sized nipples that can make them self-conscious. Nipple hypertrophy may also lead to chafing and irritation from constant rubbing against clothes, which can cause further discomfort. Although it is a private and intimate area of the body, having regular-sized nipples can also be important to overall body confidence.
During a nipple reduction surgery, Dr. Keyes removes extra skin and tissue to decrease your nipples’ height or projection. The procedure can also focus on the diameter or width of your nipples. Dr. Keyes uses a number of surgical techniques to correct nipple hypertrophy that will result in a smaller, less pendulous, more attractive nipple. In cases where only one nipple is enlarged, nipple reduction of the larger nipple can improve the symmetry of the nipples. In addition, irregularly shaped nipples can be surgically corrected to appear rounder and more symmetric.