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Barrie Plastic Surgery
Breast Surgery

Inverted Nipple / Areola Reduction

Two small procedures: releasing a nipple that turns inward, and reducing an areola that is larger than the breast calls for.

  • Office or operating room
  • Local anesthetic
  • 45 to 60 minutes
  • Desk work in 1 to 2 days
Inverted Nipple / Areola Reduction at Barrie Plastic Surgery

Concerns it addresses

What inverted nipple / areola reduction treats

Breast Shape & Size

Breast Shape & Size

Inverted nipple correction and areola reduction are the small corrections that make a large difference, on their own or with a lift or augmentation.

Treatments+

Also considered for this concern: Breast Lift (Mastopexy), Breast Reduction, Breast Augmentation and Breast Fat Grafting.

Causes+

Breast concerns come in four kinds, and each has its own operation. Too little volume, Too much weight, A breast that has dropped, Two sides that differ.

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What to expect

From consultation to final result

The stages below are typical for this procedure. Your own timeline is confirmed at the consultation.

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The first week

What is normal

For most patients, the nipples and areolae are tender and swollen for the first week. There is usually a little bruising as well. Some numbness is normal, and it fades over the following weeks. You wear a light dressing and a soft bra. Sutures come out or dissolve at one to two weeks.

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Weeks two to six

Getting back to normal

Most patients are back at desk work in one to two days. No upper-body exercise for two weeks, a soft bra without underwire for a few weeks, and nothing pulling or pressing on the nipples while they heal.

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The result

How long it lasts

Typically permanent for the areola, which does not usually stretch back once the supporting suture is in. Nipple correction is long-lasting; a small number recur, and a second release is possible if they do.

Dr. Kamal Tumi, plastic surgeon, Barrie Plastic Surgery

Who performs it

Assessed and performed by a board-certified plastic surgeon

Performed by Dr. Kamal Tumi, M.D., F.R.C.S.(C), a board-certified plastic surgeon. He has more than 28 years in practice and has performed over 3,500 surgeries.

Dr. Kamal Tumi, M.D., F.R.C.S.(C), is certified by the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada as a specialist in plastic surgery. He completed his specialist training at McMaster University and a plastic surgery fellowship at the University of Toronto. More than 28 years in practice, over 3,500 surgeries performed.

Consultant plastic surgeon at Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre in Barrie since 2004. A hospital appointment means credentials reviewed by peers and the ability to manage complications directly.

You will not meet one person at the consultation and find someone else in the room. In his own words: "I will not do a surgery on you if you do not need it."

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What patients say

Patient reviews from Google, names attached. 4.3 average across 67 reviews.

I had my first consultation with Dr. Tumi, and he was beyond fabulous. From the jump, he shook my hand and introduced himself to my daughter and I. He included her in the conversation and even had some laughs with her. This made the situation alot less vulnerable given the reason I was there. He is the second surgeon that I have met with, and wasn't going to be my last, until I decided he was the last. It is because of his honesty, integrity, authenticity and professionalism, that made my choice. I saw some comments in the reviews where people stated he made them feel uncomfortable while getting undressed and for me that did not happen. He was respectful of my space and was sure I was covered appropriately. I went to see him for a breat augmentation and Dr. Tumi did not think an augmentation would be required. I really appreciated that about him, because the first surgeon I met, insisted this procedure, despite me only wanting a lift with fat transfer. This is a huge cost savings for me, and more natural for my body type, and in my opinion. Dr. Tumi did not make me feel rushed with any questions and time was not ever an issue for him. He wanted to be sure I knew all that I needed. His office manager Karyn, was absolutely wonderful and easy to connect with. She took her time to discuss things that I did not think of and even called me over the weekend when I emailed her some more questions. This is above and beyond care. My surgery is April 20th and I know I am in good hands. I will follow this up with further reviews in the future and have no doubt it will be 5 stars across the board. One last thing... of all the reviews, I paid attention to the ones where the patients actually had surgery, not the ones who were disgruntled about the office staff or OHIP issues. After all, it is the surgeon we want precision with, isn't it? Thanks Karyn and Dr. Tumi, for making me comfortable and content.

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Stephanie Leblanc

Google Review

I had a great experience with Dr. Tumi and Karyn throughout my entire surgical journey. They were both incredibly kind, patient, and always took the time to answer all of my questions. From my first consultation to my follow-up appointments, they made me feel comfortable, supported, and well cared for. I would highly recommend this clinic to anyone considering.

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Claire

Google Review

Deciding to get a breast reduction with Dr. Tumi was hands-down the best decision I’ve ever made. The results are amazing and the recovery was much easier than I anticipated thanks to their clear post-op care instructions. The clinic staff is warm, professional, and always quick to answer questions. Highly recommend!

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Teri Oosterhoff

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What happens, in order

Inverted Nipple / Areola Reduction, start to finish

What inverted nipple / areola reduction involves at each stage, from the first consultation through to the result.

Step 01 · Consultation

The consultation

A consultation is an assessment and a conversation, and you are not committing to anything by having one.

  • Assessment of what is actually causing what you see
  • What can be done, what cannot, and what it involves
  • A written quote once the assessment is done
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Inverted Nipple / Areola Reduction treatment process
The in-office procedure room at Barrie Plastic Surgery
Before and Afters

Patient Transformations

Most cases here are patients of this practice, shown with consent. Cases marked “Clinical case” are supplied by the manufacturer. Each practice case followed an assessment by Dr. Tumi and a plan built around that person's anatomy. Results vary by individual.

  • Patients of this practice and labelled clinical cases
  • Assessed and treated by the same surgeon
  • Results that look like you, only rested
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For educational purposes only. Individual results may vary. Patients consent for photos obtained.

An assessment and a conversation.

You do not need to arrive knowing which procedure you want. Describing what bothers you is enough. You are not committing to surgery by booking a consultation.

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Frequently asked questions

Inverted Nipple / Areola Reduction questions,
answered

The cost depends on how much is treated: one side or both, the nipple or the areola or both. Combining it with other breast surgery changes the figure as well. You are given the price at your consultation. Not covered by OHIP. Financing is available through Beautifi, Medicard and Credit Medical.

Typically forty-five minutes to an hour for both sides, and you go home the same day.

Local anesthetic, in the office procedure room, when these procedures are done on their own. When they are combined with a lift or augmentation, they are done in an operating room under a general anesthetic.

One to two days to desk work, two weeks to upper-body exercise. Tenderness and swelling settle over one to two weeks.

The numbing stings briefly; after that most patients describe pressure rather than pain. Afterwards the area is tender for a few days, managed with ordinary pain relief.

A tiny line at the base of the nipple, hidden in its texture, or a line around the edge of the areola where dark skin meets light. Both are typically hard to find once healed. ---

Permanent for the areola. Nipple correction is long-lasting, and a second release is possible in the small number that recur.

How long it has been that way is the first question. A nipple that has always been flat or inverted is straightforward to correct. One that has turned inward recently is assessed medically first, before anything cosmetic is planned. If breastfeeding is still ahead of you, that conversation happens before the operation is booked.

Dr. Tumi performs it. He is a board-certified plastic surgeon, M.D., F.R.C.S.(C), with more than 28 years in practice and over 3,500 surgeries performed.