Chicago Inverted Nipple

The best candidates for correction of inverted nipples or nipple inversion

• 18 years of age or older

• Not currently pregnant or nursing

• In good physical health

• Psychologically stable

• Realistic in their expectations

• Having this surgery for the first time

All surgery carries some uncertainty and risk
When correction of inverted nipples is performed by a qualified plastic surgeon, complications are infrequent and usually minor. Nevertheless, as with any surgery, there are risks. These include re-inversion, infection, bleeding, skin injury, adverse reaction to anesthesia, noticeable scars, permanent pigment changes, or slightly mismatched nipples. The procedure may also result in noticeable scars, permanent pigment changes in the breast area, or slightly mismatched breasts or nipples. Nipple protrusion with stimulation may change.  If nipple inversion recurs or asymmetry is significant, a second procedure may be needed.

The temporary effects of inverted nipple surgery include loss of breast sensation or numbness, which may last up to a year.

The ability to breast feed after any surgery for inverted nipples cannot be guaranteed!

Planning your inverted nipple correction surgery
The initial consultation with Dr. Speron is very important. He will need a complete medical history, so check your own records ahead of time and be ready to provide this information. First, Dr. Speron will examine your breasts and check for the extent of the nipple inversion.

Dr. Speron may also recommend a mammogram, or breast x-ray. This will not only rule out the very small possibility of breast cancer, but will reveal the breast's composition and degree of scar tissue.  Once he knows how severe the nipple retraction is, he can then choose a surgical approach to best suit your needs.

Don't hesitate to ask Dr. Speron any questions you may have during the initial consultation for inverted nipples- including your concerns about the recommended treatment or the costs involved. Treatment of inverted nipples may be covered by medical insurance--but policies vary greatly.  Check your policy or call your carrier to be sure.  If you are covered, make certain you get written pre-authorization for the treatment recommended by your surgeon.
 

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