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Areola ReconstructionAreola Reconstruction A plastic surgery procedure that may involve transferring skin from another part of the body to the areolar area on the breast (Free grafting) and shaping in to look like a natural areolar. Depending on the patients skin tones the area may also be tattooed the pink or brown of the patient's natural areolar color. Generally this procedure is one of the final stages of breast reconstruction. Nipple Areolar ReconstructionBeverly Hills -
Reconstructive surgery techniques for the nipple and areola complex
vary based on the desires and physical needs of each individual
patient. Nipple- areola reconstruction is typically done on an outpatient
basis and is performed in a hospital or accredited surgery center. Patient EvaluationBecause each patient's needs and physical factors
are different, Dr.
Fred Corbin must evaluate the patient's thoroughly before determining
the best plastic surgery technique. Some of the basic physical factors
he considers in nipple reconstruction
are the shape, size, nipple texture, nipple projection and where
the reconstructed nipple will be placed on the reconstructed breast
mound. Unilateral Nipple ReconstructionIf the nipple reconstruction is Unilateral then Dr. Corbin has the difficult task of matching the reconstructed nipple to the natural nipple.He has to evaluate the color, skin texture, size, shape and the location on the breast mound where the reconstructed nipple and areolar will best match the other side. With a normal breast on one side, reconstructing the nipple on the other side to match and sharing a portion of the normal nipple on the other breast may work well because the color and texture will be the same. This (nipple sharing) reconstructive technique is best when the patient has a larger nipple and areolar complex. Skin Graft SitesReconstructive surgery options the plastic surgeon must consider are the location of the donor site used to take the skin from that is needed to create the nipples and or areolar complex. To reconstruct the nipple or nipples, Dr. Corbin can use a local tissue flap or a graft using skin taken from another location (donor site) on the patient's body that best matches their nipple texture and or color. Some of the most commonly used donor sites are, medial inner thigh, groin area or behind the ears. The medial thighs and groin tend to have darker skin and for a lighter shape of pink the skin from behind the ear is often used by Dr. Corbin. Bilateral Nipple ReconstructionAccording to Dr. Corbin, "If a patient needs
bilateral nipple
reconstruction, using local tissue flaps on both sides is a
good surgery option since both nipples will look similar. Nipple TattooingNipple and areolar
tattooing is a commonly used by Dr.
Corbin to simply color match the nipple or nipples and areolar
complex. It is performed easily, often under local anesthesia depending
on the patients comfort level and has little to no down time for
the reconstructive patient.. Nipple tattooing provides the patient
and plastic
surgeon with a minimally invasive option to color the nipples
and areolar. In the past, some of the tattoo color faded with time,
but with newer equipment and inks the tattooed
nipples can maintain their color over time.
Breast Reconstruction - Areola ReconstructionFor a specialist in breast reconstruction in the California area, look to board certified plastic surgeon, Dr. Frederick Corbin. Dr. Corbin has been performing breast augmentation surgery, breast lift surgery, breast reduction surgery, breast enhancement surgery, breast reconstruction surgery and breast revision surgery in the Los Angeles area for over 20 years. Recognized as an expert in plastic surgery, Dr. Frederic Corbin is a board certified plastic surgeon with the American Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons. Click for Dr. Corbin's complete profile Dr. Corbin practices the following breast reconstruction procedures:
For detailed information on breast reconstruction procedures click here. Visit our Photo Gallery for breast reconstruction before and after photos or read testimonials from satisfied women who have undergone breast surgery. For more information about breast reconstruction or other cosmetic procedures, contact Dr. Corbin or his staff at either of his Los Angeles area offices: Beverly Hills Office Brea Office or by email: Click to Contact Dr. Corbin |