Inverted Nipple Correction Surgery
Can inverted or retracted nipples be permanently fixed?
Can inverted or retracted nipples be fixed?
Yes - Corrective surgery to help release the milk duct is one of the key elements of correction.
There are many techniques but the two most common ones involve making an incision and drawing the nipple out to protrude in the desired fashion.
Using a small temporary implant to hold the nipple in position while healing occurs omits to cut the ducts.
The implant is then later removed. Or the ducts are cut and single threads are used to hold the nipple in place.
Yes - Corrective surgery to help release the milk duct is one of the key elements of correction.
There are many techniques but the two most common ones involve making an incision and drawing the nipple out to protrude in the desired fashion.
Using a small temporary implant to hold the nipple in position while healing occurs omits to cut the ducts.
The implant is then later removed. Or the ducts are cut and single threads are used to hold the nipple in place.
Can I breastfeed after inverted nipple surgery?
Yes, after surgery with Dr. Wagner where the Milk Ducts are kept intact.
There are occasions when the milk ducts may have to be cut inside the breast tissue to achieve eversion of nipples.
This would be discussed with you before any procedure as breastfeeding can be affected as a result.
Whether this affects you will depend on the grade of nipple inversion and the necessary procedure to correct this.
Dr. Wagner will discuss this in detail with you at your initial consultation.
Yes, after surgery with Dr. Wagner where the Milk Ducts are kept intact.
There are occasions when the milk ducts may have to be cut inside the breast tissue to achieve eversion of nipples.
This would be discussed with you before any procedure as breastfeeding can be affected as a result.
Whether this affects you will depend on the grade of nipple inversion and the necessary procedure to correct this.
Dr. Wagner will discuss this in detail with you at your initial consultation.
Inverted Nipple Correction Surgery
Price900CHF
- Outpatient : Surgical Procedure
- Performed by : Dr. Wagner
This is a short surgical procedure that can be conducted on an outpatient basis in our private practice.
Your choices available will be discussed fully before any treatment occurs.
Nipple inversion surgery normally involves a local anaesthetic and can be performed as an outpatient meaning you will be able to go home the same day.
You may experience some mild pain or bruising following surgery, this is to be expected and will be treated with mild painkillers.
If you are at all worried about the pain following inverted nipple surgery, please do not hesitate to get in touch with Dr. Wagner to discuss your pain management options.
Nipple inversion surgery normally involves a local anaesthetic and can be performed as an outpatient meaning you will be able to go home the same day.
You may experience some mild pain or bruising following surgery, this is to be expected and will be treated with mild painkillers.
If you are at all worried about the pain following inverted nipple surgery, please do not hesitate to get in touch with Dr. Wagner to discuss your pain management options.
Following surgery
You should avoid any strenuous activity, including heavy exercise, for at least a week.
Compression of the nipple should be avoided, which can include wearing nipple protection caps, to allow the nipple to heal correctly.
As with all aspects of surgery, your dedicated practice team will provide you with detailed instructions on what to do in the period following surgery to help you make a full and speedy recovery.
What are the risks of inverted nipple correction?
Every surgery comes with some risk and it is important to understand any potential side-effects of inverted nipple surgery.
Your nipples may feel sore and sensitive after surgery. However, most patients recover very quickly from the procedure.
Complications of nipple repair include a potential inability to breastfeed where milk ducts in the breast tissue have been divided as part of the procedure. But this is something that Dr. Wagner will discuss in depth with you at your initial consultation.
Recurrence of the inversion is uncommon in milder forms but becomes more likely in very inverted nipples.
Very rarely the blood supply to the nipple can be compromised as part of the procedure.
All potential risks of the surgery will be discussed with you at your consultation & Dr. Wagner will ensure you are provided with only the very best medical care.
Compression of the nipple should be avoided, which can include wearing nipple protection caps, to allow the nipple to heal correctly.
As with all aspects of surgery, your dedicated practice team will provide you with detailed instructions on what to do in the period following surgery to help you make a full and speedy recovery.
What are the risks of inverted nipple correction?
Every surgery comes with some risk and it is important to understand any potential side-effects of inverted nipple surgery.
Your nipples may feel sore and sensitive after surgery. However, most patients recover very quickly from the procedure.
Complications of nipple repair include a potential inability to breastfeed where milk ducts in the breast tissue have been divided as part of the procedure. But this is something that Dr. Wagner will discuss in depth with you at your initial consultation.
Recurrence of the inversion is uncommon in milder forms but becomes more likely in very inverted nipples.
Very rarely the blood supply to the nipple can be compromised as part of the procedure.
All potential risks of the surgery will be discussed with you at your consultation & Dr. Wagner will ensure you are provided with only the very best medical care.
