Areola reduction is a surgical procedure designed to reduce the size of the areola, improving breast aesthetics and achieving a more harmonious breast appearance. Surgeons perform areola reduction to reduce the size of the areola, improving breast aesthetics and creating a more harmonious breast appearance. They can resize and reshape large areolas (due to genetics or pregnancy) to match your desired shape. Surgeons can reduce the wide areola diameter to better align with the surrounding breast tissue and the size and shape of your nipples.

These procedures can be performed alone or in conjunction with breast augmentation or a breast lift. The procedure is typically performed by FRACS-certified plastic surgeons and involves the following steps:

Planning your treatment

The consultation

  • Patient Evaluation: The surgeon assesses the patient’s medical history, breast anatomy, and aesthetic goals.

  • Discussion of Options: Different surgical techniques and potential outcomes are explained, ensuring the patient has a clear understanding of the procedure.

  • Preoperative Guidelines: The surgeon provides instructions, including any necessary lifestyle changes, such as stopping smoking or ceasing certain medications that can affect healing.

The surgery

  • Administer Anesthesia: The surgeon performs the procedure under local anesthesia with sedation or general anesthesia, depending on the complexity.

  • Make an Incision: The surgeon makes a small incision around the perimeter of the areola and removes excess tissue and skin to reduce its size.

  • Reshape the Areola: The surgeon reshapes the remaining tissue for a smooth, natural transition from the areola to the surrounding skin.

  • Close the Incision: The surgeon closes the incision using fine sutures, leaving minimal scarring around the edge of the areola.

This procedure is usually performed under local anaesthetics, taking approximately 20 minutes.

After surgery

The sutures are dissolvable and, therefore, do not need to be removed. The wound will be checked at one week. Special instructions will be given to maintain the desired shape of the nipple

Expected Results

  • Aesthetic Improvement: Areola reduction results in a more proportionate, aesthetically pleasing breast appearance.

  • Long-Term Outcomes: The results are typically permanent, though factors like weight changes or pregnancy may affect long-term appearance.

Suitable candidates are patients with enlarged or widened areolas caused by genetics, pregnancy, breastfeeding, or breast ageing. You must be in good general health, have stable breast size, and have no active infections, uncontrolled medical conditions, or untreated breast disease.

The procedure usually takes 45–90 minutes, depending on the technique and whether it’s combined with other breast surgery.

Breastfeeding is often still possible. Most modern techniques avoid the central ducts, but there is a small risk of reduced breastfeeding ability.

Yes, but the scar is placed around the edge of the areola, making it less visible. It usually fades significantly over 6–12 months.

Results are long-lasting. The reduced areola size remains stable unless significant breast enlargement occurs due to pregnancy, hormonal changes, or major weight gain.

A consultation can be scheduled at any time. The assessment includes medical history, breast examination, nipple-areola measurements, and discussion of expected outcomes and risks. You can book online or call the clinic that is most convenient for you.

The cost of areola reduction Sydney depends on several factors, including the technique, surgeon’s expertise, and hospital fees. At Australia Plastic Surgery, the cost of Areola Reduction is around $8,990-$10,990. We offer transparent pricing, flexible payment plans, and detailed consultations to help you make an informed decision.

Book your personalised areola reduction Sydney consultation today and take the first step towards a refreshed, confident you!

What Are The Risks Associated With This Procedure?

Plastic surgery, like any surgical procedure, carries inherent risks and potential complications.

Please read our Risks and Complications of Plastic Surgery page.

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