An areola tattoo is a type of cosmetic tattooing used to recreate or enhance the appearance of the areola, usually after breast surgery. This can include breast reconstruction following a mastectomy, cosmetic breast surgery, or other conditions that affect the breast and nipple area. The procedure aims to restore the natural look of the areola and nipple area for individuals who have undergone surgeries that alter their appearance.
The process involves using tattoo pigments to create a new areola, often after breast reconstruction. The color and size are customized to match the individual's skin tone and preferences, creating a natural-looking areola. This can significantly help improve the aesthetic appearance and psychological wellbeing of individuals who have undergone breast surgeries.
The procedure is usually considered the final step in breast reconstruction, offering a sense of completion and helping individuals regain confidence in their body image.
EXAMPLE 1 BEFORE: Patient presented with loss of pigmentation & necrosis following multiple breast surgeries.
EXAMPLE 1 AFTER: Photo taken same day as tattooing with color correction and depth, restoring the look of the. areola and nipple.
EXAMPLE 2: Following a single mastectomy which resulted in a completely flat nipple, patient requested nipple matching to opposite breast.
EXAMPLE 3 BEFORE: Following multiple surgeries, this patient suffered loss of pigment and texture.
EXAMPLE 3 AFTER: Photo taken same day as first treatment with Flat-To-3D effect.