Larger areolas can be the result of a simple genetic difference, or they can be stretched by weight gain or the effects of skin ageing. Many women feel a sense of dissatisfaction at the size of their areolas, perceiving larger areolas to be less aesthetically appealing. An areola reduction works to address these concerns by creating more proportionate, more aesthetically pleasing areolas.
This blog explores the cost of a reduction and answers some other common questions patients have about the procedure, such as its benefits, what to expect from the surgery, and the different complementary procedures often performed alongside it.
At the CREO Clinic, our Medical Director, Dr. Omar Tillo, has performed countless successful areola reduction surgeries throughout his career. As an experienced body contouring surgeon, Dr. Tillo is able to create natural-looking adjustments to the shape and size of your areolas, while always prioritising your safety, well-being, and the highest quality results.
To book a consultation with Dr. Tillo, contact the CREO Clinic today and find out how an areola reduction procedure can transform your breasts.
The cost of areola reduction surgery in the UK can vary from clinic to clinic, usually reflecting the experience of the surgeon performing the procedure.
Bilateral areola reduction at the CREO Clinic begins from £4,300 under local anaesthetic, and £5,900 under general anaesthetic. All surgeries at the clinic are bespoke to the needs of each patient, which means a full breakdown of surgery costs will only be available after your initial consultation with Dr. Tillo.
The price given to you after your consultation includes:
Additional fees may be incurred for chaperone services, private prescriptions, and any additional medical tests/scans involved in your nipple reduction surgery.
There are two main payment methods at the CREO Clinic: payment for the nipple correction surgery in full or payment through multiple instalments as part of a financing plan.
Our financing partner, Chrysalis Finance, provides 0% APR loans for the full price of the surgery, to be repaid over a 12-month period. Longer instalment periods are available with varying rates of APR.
A crucial benefit of areola reduction is that it complements the aesthetic goals of other surgeries performed on the breasts. It is extremely common to alter the shape and size of the areola when performing a breast uplift, breast reduction, breast augmentation procedure, or another breast surgery. Usually, the areola cosmetic surgery comes at a reduced price when performed in combination with another surgical procedure.
If you’re undergoing breast augmentation, reduction, or reshaping through a breast lift, an areola reduction surgery can be a highly recommended add-on. Adjusting nipple proportion can enhance aesthetically pleasing results.
Any patient, man or woman, who is concerned about the size of their areolas may be a good candidate for this cosmetic procedure. There are some other important criteria for an ideal candidate, such as:
An areola reduction can offer multiple transformative benefits, such as:
In preparation for your areola reduction there are several steps you will need to take to help optimise your recovery and final results:
Areola reduction is a straightforward surgery that is usually performed under local anaesthetic. It generally lasts for one hour.
Dr. Tillo makes a circular incision around the outer edge of the areola and then removes the skin in between the incisions. The size and shape of these incisions will change according to your aesthetic needs. Dr. Tillo will then bring the two edges of skin together with dissolvable sutures and a permanent stitch to stop the areola from widening over time.
For areola reduction recovery, you may experience some bruising, swelling, and/or numbness around the nipples and areolas. Over the first week, you will see a significant reduction in these perfectly normal after-effects.
Most patients find they are able to return to the office between 1-2 days after surgery and resume heavier, more strenuous exercises after two weeks. All postsurgical after-effects should completely dissipate within the first six weeks of recovery.
Areola reduction is generally considered to be a very safe procedure, but as with any cosmetic surgery, it carries some potential risks:
The local anaesthetic or sedation used in areola reduction at the CREO Clinic means that the only pain you are likely to feel will be some soreness in the immediate period after recovery. This soreness should subside in the first week.
A reduction will leave a scar around the outer edge of the areola, but this should flatten and fade over time. The position of the scar also means it is well disguised in the natural contours of the areola itself.
You will see a reduction in size of the areola immediately after surgery, but the final size and shape will be visible approximately six weeks after surgery once all residual swelling has subsided.
No, if performed correctly, areola reduction should not damage the milk ducts found underneath the nipples and create no issues with breastfeeding.
During your consultation, you will talk with Dr. Tillo who will advise you on the best amount of reduction needed to create your desired proportions. The final decision on the size of the reduction is yours, but Dr. Tillo will help you make as informed a decision as possible.
Book a consultation with the CREO Clinic today to reap the benefits of areola reduction. Our areola reduction specialist, Dr. Omar Tillo’s skill and expertise allows him to reshape your areolas to help you achieve your specific aesthetic goals. You can feel sure that you are in the hands of a specialist – a practitioner with many years of experience performing transformative areola surgeries.
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