Are You a Candidate for Nipple Surgery (Nipple Correction)?

Every cosmetic and reconstructive procedure starts with an honest conversation about whether it's right for you. Here's what to consider before booking a consultation with Dr. Gideon Maresky.

What Nipple Surgery (Nipple Correction) Involves

A nipple reconstruction surgery is done to correct defective nipples. Patients who suffer from inverted, protruding or large areola are candidates for having this procedure.
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Ideal Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate would be in generally good health and have realistic expectations with the outcome. Most nipple reconstruction patients have undergone a mastectomy, however, women who suffer from damaged breast skin are not good candidates for this procedure.

You may be a good candidate for Nipple Surgery (Nipple Correction) if you:

  • Patients who have undergone mastectomy
  • Patients with inverted nipples
  • Patients with protruding nipples
  • Patients with large areolas

When Nipple Surgery (Nipple Correction) May Not Be Right for You

Dr. Maresky takes a conservative approach and will honestly advise if a procedure is not the best path forward. You may not be a candidate if you:

  • Have unrealistic expectations about what surgery can achieve
  • Are pregnant, breastfeeding, or planning pregnancy soon
  • Have active infections or unmanaged chronic conditions
  • Are a current heavy smoker unwilling to quit before surgery
  • Are primarily seeking surgery to meet someone else's expectations

The Best Way to Know

Even if you check every box above, the only way to know for certain whether Nipple Surgery (Nipple Correction) is right for you is through an in-person examination and honest conversation with Dr. Gideon Maresky. He will assess your anatomy, discuss your goals, and recommend the most appropriate approach — even if that means advising against surgery.

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