WILL I LOSE NIPPLE SENSATION AFTER BREAST REDUCTION AND BREAST LIFT?
The time it takes to regain normal feeling in the nipple depends on anatomy and the specific surgical technique used during the breast reduction/breast lift surgery. But nipple sensation usually returns to normal with time.
As for when nipple sensation returns to normal, it’s different for everyone. It depends on how quickly your nerves can regenerate, which varies from person to person. Fortunately, most patients report that sensation loss post-reduction gradually improves within a few months.
It’s very common to notice changes in the nipple sensitivity and sensations for a while after reducing the breasts with surgery. One out of 3 patients reports temporary loss of nipple sensation following their breast reduction surgery.
Permanent changes in nipple sensation can occur after breast surgery. This is uncommon, but it’s a known risk of this type of surgery, and it’s important that women you are aware of it when considering breast reduction or breast lift surgery.
Proper surgical technique is essential to protect the nerves of the breast and minimize the risk of permanent changes in nipple sensation. This is why it’s important to choose a highly trained and experienced surgeon for your plastic surgery.
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