Nipple Repair
Inverted and enlarged nipples are a surprisingly common occurence in both women and men. An inverted nipple is a nipple that instead of pointing outward, is retracted into the breast. In some cases, the nipple will be temporarily protruded if stimulated, but in others, the inversion remains regardless of stimulus. These inverted nipples can interfere with breastfeeding and can also be a source of persistent infection and emotional distress. A nipple repair procedure can correct this issue, providing you with permanent results.
Gold Coast based plastic surgeon, Dr Dilip Gahankari is an experienced plastic surgeon who can achieve the results you are looking for, and that is to feel confident and happy in the skin you’re in.
Is this procedure for me?
There are different nipple repair techniques for the correction of inverted nipples, depending on the severity of the condition. Our Gold Coast based plastic surgeon, Dr Dilip Gahankari will assess your case during the initial consultation and will choose the correct nipple repair technique to suit your needs and the degree of inversion. Generally speaking, nipple surgery is performed as a day surgery procedure under local anesthetic, allowing you to return home on the same day, after your surgery. The procedure is minimally invasive and should not result in much discomfort or pain, compared to more invasive procedures.
Pre and Post-Op Care
As Dr Dilip Gahankari takes an individual approach to each patient’s nipple repair procedure, addressing the conditions unique to you, the recovery times are variable for each patient. Dr Dilip will discuss your surgical options and your expected recovery journey during your initial consultation. The recovery time after a nipple repair procedure is typically short, with patients often returning to work within a day or two after surgery. You can expect to have some stitches and a dressings applied after the procedure is performed, however they will be removed within four to seven days.
What Results Can I Expect?
There are different nipple repair techniques for the correction of inverted nipples and these depend on the severity of the condition. Our Gold Coast plastic surgeon, Dr Dilip Gahankari will assess your case during the initial consultation and will choose the correct nipple repair technique to suit your needs and the degree of inversion. Generally speaking, nipple surgery is performed as a day surgery under local anaesthetic and you should be able to expect to return home after your surgery. The procedure is minimally invasive and should not result in an undue amount of discomfort or pain in comparison to other, more invasive procedures.