Nipple Surgery in Newtown Square, Pennsylvania (PA)
The appearance of your nipples can affect how you feel about
your breasts, and conditions such as inverted nipple can cause problems with
breastfeeding or infection. Nipple surgery can correct issues with your nipple size,
shape, and protrusion for healthier and more attractive breasts.
How nipple surgery is performed
Nipple surgery is an outpatient procedure performed under
local or general anesthesia. Your surgeon can reduce the size of your nipples by making incisions at the base and
removing excess skin. The base of the nipple is then stitched back into the center
of the areola, which is the circular area of darker skin around your nipple.
There are multiple surgical options to correct inverted nipples so they project
normally. Your surgeon can make incisions at the base of your nipples and
stretch or sever the interior tissue that is pulling your nipples inward. If
your milk ducts are causing your inverted nipples then correcting the condition
may affect your ability to breastfeed. For severe cases, your nipple can be
supported with a prosthetic device placed inside it to prop it up.
Recovery after surgery
Most women can return to work after three days, and you’ll
have to avoid strenuous activity for two to three weeks while you heal. Pain, swelling,
and discomfort will diminish after a few days. Some women may have decreased
sensation after nipple surgery and your ability to breastfeed may also be
affected.
Costs
The cost of nipple surgery vary on a case by case basis. Factors
that affect costs include surgery fees, anesthesia fees, your location, and
your health insurance coverage. Your surgeon can explain the costs related to
your specific procedure.
About David A. Bottger, MD
A highly respected cosmetic surgeon and Philadelphia native, Dr. Bottger performs a wide range of cosmetic plastic surgery procedures of the face, breast and body, serving patients from the Philadelphia area, Pennsylvania, Newtown Square and West Chester.
Dr. Bottger received his undergraduate degree from Princeton University. He attended Temple University School of Medicine. He completed a general surgery residency at the University of Cincinnati and followed with a plastic surgery residency and hand surgery fellowship at the renowned Cleveland Clinic Foundation, where he acquired extensive experience in aesthetic and reconstructive procedures.
Dr. Bottger is distinguished by his dual certification in general surgery and plastic surgery. He is certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery, the only board recognized by the American Board of Medical Specialties to certify plastic surgeons, and the American Board of Surgery.To discuss aesthetically enhancing cosmetic surgical procedures in the Philadelphia and Bryn Mawr, Pennsylvania area, please contact Dr. Bottger. Dr. Bottger is now conveniently located in West Chester.
Featured Specialist for Nipple Surgery in Newtown Square, PA
David A. Bottger, MD
Newton Square / Philadelphia Plastic Surgeon
Call Now: (866) 540-9914
3855 W Chester Pike Suite 230Newtown Square, PA 19073
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