Arch Aesthetic Plast Surg.  2018 Jun;24(2):95-98. 10.14730/aaps.2018.24.2.95.

Nipple Reduction Using an S-Shaped Excision Technique

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  • 1Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Dongguk University Gyeongju Hospital, Dongguk University College of Medicine, Gyeongju, Korea. jnjbeauty@naver.com

Abstract

Many people experience psychological distress because of large nipples. In this article, the authors would like to introduce our simple nipple reduction method that addresses the drawbacks of previous methods. This technique for nipple reduction using an S-shaped excision is simple, safe, and predictable. It is also a suitable method for nipple reduction in men and in women who have completed breastfeeding.

Keyword

Mammaplasty; Nipples; Surgical flaps

MeSH Terms

Breast Feeding
Female
Humans
Male
Mammaplasty
Methods
Nipples*
Surgical Flaps
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