Discontinue NSAIDs, herbal supplements, and any medications that could interfere with your procedure at least 2 weeks prior to surgery.
Inverted Nipple Correction in Littleton, CO
Expert Nipple Correction
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Consultation Required?
Yes
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Treatment Type
Surgical/Nonsurgical
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Duration of Results
Potentially Permanent
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The Revalla Advantage
Inverted Nipple Correction Overview
Consultation
Your journey begins with a 30-minute consultation with Dr. Hunsicker.
During this time, she will review your medical history, discuss your aesthetic goals, and explain the surgical process in detail so you know what to expect. Dr. Hunsicker will verify that your mammogram is current and may order bloodwork to support a safe procedure. If inverted nipple correction in Littleton, CO, is the best option for your needs, we’ll schedule your pre-op and surgery dates.
Pre-Op
We schedule your preoperative appointment approximately 2 weeks before your surgery.
Dr. Hunsicker will review your medical status, answer any final questions, and have you sign the necessary consent forms. To support your recovery, we’ll provide a surgical package with a green smoothie recipe, protein drinks, probiotics, scar cream, and Hibiclens surgical scrub.
Surgery & Follow-Up
Please plan to arrive 2 hours early on the day of your procedure to allow time for check-in.
After surgery, we prescribe antibiotics and postoperative medication to support healing and comfort. Dr. Hunsicker will see you the next day to assess your recovery and address any concerns. We set additional follow-up visits at 3 weeks, 6 weeks, 6 months, and 1 year to ensure continued care and optimal results.
Confidence Begins With Trust
Women from all over South Denver come to Revalla Plastic Surgery for inverted nipple correction in Littleton, CO. Dr. Hunsicker leads a team known for their precise skill, gentle care, and stunning results. Their attentiveness and dedication make each patient feel seen and heard. You can be confident about achieving your beauty goals with trusted surgeon at your side.
Dr. Lisa Hunsicker
Board Certified Plastic Surgeon
Pre-Care Instructions
Stop smoking before your surgery, as it can affect healing.
Set up a recovery space at home. Take sufficient time off from work to ensure a smooth healing process.
Post-Care Instructions
Follow all instructions for prescribed medications to manage discomfort. For added relief, you may use over-the-counter pain relievers like Tylenol.
Avoid NSAIDs such as ibuprofen, as they can increase bleeding risk. Refrain from heavy lifting, strenuous activities, and submerging your body in hot tubs, pools, or baths during healing.
Give your body the rest it needs to recover. Take time off work as advised, and gently cleanse your incision sites with antibacterial soap.
The main contributing factors of inverted nipples include:
- Breast surgery: Scarring or inflammation of the tissue behind the nipple can cause the nipple to retract.
- Mammary duct ectasia: Hormonal changes in women aged 50 and up can cause inflammation or infection of the mammary ducts.
- Shortened mammary ducts: The ducts behind the nipple can be naturally short and can pull the base of the nipple inward.
- Pregnancy and breastfeeding: Loss of breast volume after pregnancy can decrease the tissue, causing the nipples to retract inward.
- Cancer: A tumor behind the nipple can attack the duct, pulling in the nipple.
Recovery is simple. You can return to work the following day and engage in light cardio exercises after about 2 weeks. Dr. Hunsicker will have you wear protective dressing on your upper body for 6 weeks after your procedure.
Nipple inversion often results from a congenital condition where the person’s milk duct tissue is tighter or shorter than usual. This condition pulls the nipple inward. To correct this problem, Dr. Hunsicker will need to release these milk ducts.
This can directly impact your ability to breastfeed. If your inversion is more severe and Dr. Hunsicker places Galashape absorbable scaffold to help keep the nipple in the correct outward position, you will no longer be able to breastfeed.
If you’re considering having children, you should put off this procedure until after your last child is born and you are no longer breastfeeding.
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