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Genetics & Lifestyle
There is a surprisingly high number of women and men who feel their nipples are just too large or wide for their breast. Genetics usually accounts for this condition of large, prominent, protruding, droopy nipples. The form, balance and symmetry of the breast often impacts how people feel about their appearance and typically causes problems in selection of clothing and activities. Even though men and women live with it for years, today in our enlightened society they are realizing it can be corrected. They can have a normal, attractive looking body and they have options to achieve this.
How People Benefit from Nipple Reduction Surgery
- Nipple reduction corrects long, droopy, overly prominent nipples
- Nipple Reduction improves symmetry of the nipple area shape/size
- Nipple Reduction improves balance & how you feel about it
- Nipple Reduction rejuvenates nipples after pregnancy & breast feeding
- Nipple Reduction reduces asymmetries
- Nipple Reduction is often combined with Areola reshaping & reduction
- Nipple Reduction can achieve beautiful, natural looking results
- Nipple Reduction improves self image & feelings of sexuality
Dr. Rudderman is one of Atlanta’s surgeons of choice. He is specialized in many complicated problems of the breast & he employs delicate, advanced techniques to achieve the most natural looking results possible.
Good Candidates for Nipple Reduction
Do you have any of the following concerns?
- Long, droopy, overly prominent nipples
- Nipple that are asymmetrical in shape
- Nipples that have changed since pregnancy & breast feeding
- You have always been embarrassed by your nipples
- Clothing choices are always difficult & discouraging
- You fret about the appearance of your nipples
- Your nipples clearly are not in balance with your breasts
- Have a strong desire to change how your nipples look & act
If you answered yes to one or more of these concerns, you could be an ideal candidate for Dr. Rudderman’s Nipple Reduction procedure. Good candidates should be in otherwise good health, with no history of breast disease and no untreated illness or medical condition that can impair normal healing.
Nipple Reduction Consultation
Dr. Rudderman believes the consultation is critical for you and him. The consultation includes the following: a thorough education of your condition, your options, desires, realistic expectations and a personalized treatment plan. All of your questions will be answered and your concerns addressed. Dr. Rudderman has done hundreds of breast surgeries and can project your likely outcomes. This is done in an embracing, relaxing environment. From the consultation evolves…trust, respect, mutual understanding and a personalized treatment plan.
After your first consultation with Dr. Rudderman, you will realize that there truly is a difference in how surgeons approach their profession. For Dr. Rudderman…that difference means understanding your desires & goals & providing a level of service that places safety & comfort alongside predictable & pleasing outcomes.
Nipple Reduction Procedure Overview
Understanding where you start & knowing about today’s safe, reasonable options for predictable outcomes…helps you make well informed decisions for now & your future.
The nipple is defined in two parts: the nipple and the areola. The nipple is the central part that projects and the areola is the pigmented area around the nipple.
Dr. Rudderman uses very small, nearly imperceptible incisions for his Nipple Reduction procedure. Working through these he can remove tissue, change the nipple length and diameter and improve overall contour and balance. If the Areola is too puffy, he can correct this at the same time. Many patients choose to have this done in tandem with other breast procedures, such as Breast Lift or Breast Augmentation, to achieve the most pleasing outcome and do it all under one anesthesia. Dr. Rudderman will help guide you through your choices to achieve the results you want and deserve.
Nipple Reduction FAQ’s
Nipple Reduction surgery involves reducing the size (projection) of the nipple. Nipples frequently become enlarged after pregnancy, but may be enlarged during puberty and breast development.
Enlarged nipples can be problematic in clothing and difficult to cover even with bra padding. Enlarged nipples in some women may be hypersensitive and uncomfortable in clothing. And enlarged nipples can be difficult to cover in bathing suits and workout clothing.
Precise incisions are made to reduce the excess nipple tissue and delicate sutures are used to complete the surgery. A light dressing for cover is applied. The resulting nipple typically heals with imperceptible incisions and little or no trace of prior surgical treatment.
Sensation may change following nipple reduction surgery because the segment of your nipple will be reduced. Those who have high nipple sensitivity, or who are concerned regarding possible changes relating to sexual stimulation should discuss this during the consultation. Significant changes (reduction) in sensation can occur following nipple reduction.
Nipple reduction should not be done if you are planning another pregnancy and want to breast feed your child.
Yes. All cases are supervised a Board Certified medical doctor who has specialized in anesthesiology.
Yes, he performs all of his patient’s surgeries. Many surgeons use assistants to suture or perform part of the operations. Dr. Rudderman performs the entire operation on every patient.
Yes. All of our surgeries are performed in a fully accredited surgery facility using state of the art technologies and a world-class staff with all the comfort and safety factors as a hospital surgery suite.
All surgeries involve some discomfort. Dr. Rudderman is highly skilled and uses advanced techniques and refined instruments that maximize discomfort during his surgical procedures. Many patients will take Tylenol only, however some pain medications may be taken for relief for1-2 days after surgery.
Most patients will look close to normal right after surgery. Some patients may look nearly fully normal within a few days.
You will need to avoid all rigorous, strenuous activities for a 1-2 weeks until healing is adequate and Dr. Rudderman tells you it’s ok. Aerobic exercise increases your heart rate and blood pressure and can cause the operated area to swell delaying your healing. We will see you frequently during your healing process to help you return to your normal activity as soon as possible. Exercise can be an important part or recovery, and we follow your recovery closely to help you reach your goals.
Dr. Rudderman’s patients most often return to desk jobs in about 2-4 days. He can give you a time frame specific to you during consultation.
Nipple reduction surgeries are considered to be cosmetic procedures. Cosmetic procedures are not covered by insurance.
Yes. Financing through Care Credit is available for all the breast procedures Dr. Rudderman performs.
You will need someone to drive you to and from your surgery, stay during surgery and remain with your overnight (24 hrs) after you have had anesthesia. Your follow-up visit will usually be within 24 hours, and you should be able to drive to this appointment if you are not taking pain pills.
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