
Examples include whether you are a good candidate for the areola reduction procedure, what sort of result are you looking to achieve, what you can do to optimise results in the post-operative period, how much downtime is involved. It is useful to keep a list of questions handy to ask the surgeon during the consultation. Your surgeon will take time to discuss the important risks and potential complications of areola reduction surgery and what you can expect in the postoperative period. High-resolution photos will be taken and your surgeon may also use computer digital imaging.

The surgeon will also give information on the location of the incisions for areola reduction and also whether other breast procedures are to be combined such as breast augmentation. The most appropriate choice will be made based on your degree of areola enlargement. Your surgeon has experience in performing all the techniques of areola reduction including the round block technique. Your surgeon will want to learn more about what you hope to achieve from the procedure and also to explain the ideal treatment technique after a physical examination which is based on how large the areola is.Ī number of measurements are taken of your enlarged areolas including assessment of the degree of breast sagging. At the consultation, your surgeon will explain the procedure in detail and it involves. The first step is to have a consultation with one of our expert surgeons for areola reduction.

Your expectations for treatment will be assessed and your surgeon will determine if the procedure is right for you.

The procedure will described in detail step by step to give you a clear idea of what to expect during the procedure. It is important to let your surgeon know of any medical conditions you may have and what medications you are taking if any. At your consultation, you will be physically examined by your surgeon followed by a discussion of the range of applicable treatment options depending on the size of the areola.
