Areola Reduction Surgery London

Areola reduction surgery involves reducing the size or changing the shape of the darker-coloured skin surrounding your nipple.

This is a popular procedure for patients in London who want an aesthetic outcome – either by making the nipple and areola area appear more symmetrical or smaller.

There are plenty of cosmetic surgeons in the capital however none quite rival the meticulous approach that Paul Banwell takes. The bespoke treatment plans created by Mr Banwell and his exceptional precision and skill have earned him several accolades as a top breast surgeon in London.

Areola reduction is one of many specialist procedures provided by The Banwell Clinic. Mr Banwell is an expert in breast implants, inverted nipple surgery and correction for tuberous breasts among other surgical procedures.

These are some of the most popular reasons why our London patients choose to have areola reduction surgery:

Improved confidence and self-esteem
More symmetrical-looking and proportioned breasts
Natural-looking results
To complement another cosmetic procedure

Undergoing areola reduction surgery is relatively straightforward and is suitable for anyone with excess areola skin.

It’s quite common to combine areola reduction surgery with procedures such as breast augmentation, a breast lift or inverted nipple correction surgery. The areola reduction procedure can also be a standalone treatment.

Your procedure should take around an hour and can be performed under local or general anaesthetic. You shouldn’t need to stay in the hospital overnight and can expect minimal downtime and disruption to your daily life.

During the procedure, Mr Banwell will make a circular incision to remove an area of the pigmented skin surrounding your nipple. Absorbable stitches will be used to bring the breast tissue together along with a permanent stitch that prevents the diameter of your areola from increasing in the future.

Please have a look at our treatment fact sheet for more detailed information.

Please take a look at our fees and booking page for information about our consultation procedure. You can also find specific costs associated with areola reduction surgery on the treatment page.

You will need several weeks to fully heal from areola reduction surgery. The recovery period will involve several stages including some initial ruckling of the skin as well as swelling and numbness.

Most physical activities can be fully resumed within 4 weeks post-surgery.

Areola reduction surgery is safe when carried out by a qualified, registered medical professional. As with any surgery, there is a potential for risk and complications however these can be mitigated by choosing a reputable clinic for your procedure.

Please call 01342 330302 or email help@paulebanwell.com to book an initial consultation at our Harley Street clinic in London. Alternatively, you can request to book an appointment online.

The Banwell Clinic
19 Harley Street
Marylebone
London
W1G 9QJ