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The role of the areola in breast surgery<\/h2>\n\n A well-shaped breast is characterised by harmonious proportions. This also means that the size and position of the areola must be in keeping with the new breast size and shape. For this reason, areola correction is often a crucial step in breast reshaping surgery.<\/p>\n\n
Areola correction during a breast lift (mastopexy)<\/h3>\n\n In the case of sagging breasts, not only has the glandular tissue dropped, but the skin covering it has also become overstretched. This can often lead to an enlargement and stretching of the areola as well.<\/p>\n\n
Surgical procedure:<\/strong> During a breast lift, the areola is reduced in size by removing an outer ring of pigmented skin. The remaining areola is then sutured to the surrounding skin. At the same time, the entire nipple-areola complex is repositioned higher up, giving it a more youthful appearance.<\/p>\n\nAreola correction during breast reduction surgery (reduction plasty)<\/h3>\n\n As with a breast lift, the areola is often disproportionately large following a breast reduction.<\/p>\n\n
Surgical procedure:<\/strong> Areola reduction is a standard part of breast reduction surgery. The surgeon adjusts the diameter of the areola to match the new, smaller breast size and repositions it.<\/p>\n\nAreola incision in breast augmentation (mammoplasty)<\/h3>\n\n In breast augmentation surgery, the areola can serve as an access point for inserting the implant.<\/p>\n\n
Periareolar incision:<\/strong> The incision is made precisely at the junction between the pigmented areola and the normal skin of the breast. Once healed, the scar is often barely noticeable due to the difference in skin colour. This approach is often chosen when a slight tightening or reduction of the areola is also desired.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n
Risks and the importance of insurance cover<\/h2>\n\n These risks form part of the overall risk associated with breast surgery.<\/p>\n\n
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Is it possible to reduce the size of the areola only?<\/span>+<\/span><\/button><\/h3>\n\n\n\n\n
Yes, it is possible to reduce the size of the areola as a standalone procedure. It is a minor procedure that can usually be carried out under local anaesthetic.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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How big should the areola be?<\/span>+<\/span><\/button><\/h3>\n\n\n\n\n
There is no universally \u201eperfect\u201c size. Aesthetically, a diameter of 3.8 to 4.5 cm is often considered harmonious. However, an experienced surgeon will always plan the size in proportion to the patient\u2019s individual breast size and shape.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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Is the scar around the areola very noticeable?<\/span>+<\/span><\/button><\/h3>\n\n\n\n\n
In the vast majority of cases, the periareolar scar heals very well. The natural difference in colour between the areola and the surrounding skin acts as a kind of \u201ecamouflage\u201c, making the fine scar line very inconspicuous.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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