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Inverted Nipple Correction Surgery
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| Details |
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| Surgery Time |
| Return to Work |
| Full Recovery |
| Anaesthesia |
| Location |
| Information |
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| 1 - 2 hours |
| 3 - 5 days |
| 4 - 6 weeks |
| Local Anaesthetic |
| London, Essex, Hertfordshire |
Safe and Surgically Proven
Inverted Nipple Correction Surgery is a well-established procedure when performed by qualified surgeons under UK clinical governance.
At Shumaila’s London, all procedures are delivered by GMC-registered surgeons in CQC-registered environments, with individualised consent and aftercare.
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Weeks 1–2 (Initial Healing)
The primary focus is protecting the nipple from pressure. The outward projection is immediate, but the area will be swollen and sensitive. Stick to loose clothing and avoid sleeping on your stomach.
Weeks 3–4 (Suture Dissolution)
The absorbable stitches will dissolve naturally. The swelling resolves, and the nipple begins to feel more natural as the internal tissue heals.
Months 2–3 (Scar Maturation)
The fine incision line at the base of the nipple continues to fade, blending seamlessly into the natural texture and colour of the areola.
Months 3–6 (Final Maturation)
The final, permanent result is achieved. The nipple projects naturally and symmetrically, with no visible signs of surgery.
Year 1+ (Permanent Correction)
Because the tethered ducts or fibrous bands were surgically released, the correction is permanent. The nipple will not revert to its inverted state.
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Post-Operative Aftercare
Proper aftercare is essential to protect the newly projected nipple and ensure optimal healing. Follow these UK clinical guidelines:
Frequent Asked Questions
This depends on the grade of inversion. For Grade 1 and 2 inversions, we use a duct-preserving technique that releases the fibrous bands while keeping the milk ducts intact, meaning breastfeeding is usually still possible. For severe Grade 3 inversions, the shortened milk ducts must be divided to release the nipple, which means breastfeeding will not be possible after surgery.
No. The incision is made precisely at the base of the nipple where it meets the areola. Once healed, the fine line blends completely into the natural texture and colour transition of the areola, leaving no obvious external scarring.
The procedure is performed under local anaesthetic, so you will feel no pain during the surgery,only a brief sting when the anaesthetic is administered. Mild soreness and sensitivity are expected for a few days afterwards, which is easily managed with standard painkillers.
Inverted nipple correction is a minor day-case procedure. It typically takes 45 minutes to treat one nipple, or approximately 1 hour to treat both. You can return home shortly after the procedure is complete.
No. Our surgeons use fine, absorbable sutures to close the incision at the base of the nipple. These stitches will naturally dissolve and fall away on their own over 2 to 3 weeks as the tissue heals.
Yes. By surgically releasing the tethered milk ducts or fibrous bands that pull the nipple inward, the outward projection is permanently restored. The nipple will not revert to its inverted state.