Areola Reduction in Montclair, NJ
When your areolas feel larger than you'd like, it can be more than cosmetic—it can affect how you feel in clothes, swimsuits, or intimate moments. Areola reduction surgery smooths things out, helping your breasts look more balanced and fitting better with your breast augmentation, breast lift, or even breast reduction. If drooping breasts or excess tissue have made you self-conscious, this simple procedure can be part of your treatment plan for a boost in self-image.
We perform areola reduction at New Jersey Plastic Surgery, right here in Montclair. Our board certified plastic surgeons, Dr. DiBernardo and Dr. Trovato, are part of a caring plastic surgery group. Dr. DiBernardo’s reputation as an award-winning researcher and Dr. Trovato’s patient-centered approach make them trusted breast surgeons who value realistic results and warm patient care.
Areola reduction surgery is a cosmetic procedure that reshapes the darker circle around your nipple. It’s often done with breast augmentation, breast lift surgery, breast reduction surgery, or even a tummy tuck to create better overall balance. Using advanced techniques, the surgeon makes a small incision around the areola, removes excess skin and breast tissue, then closes it with absorbable stitches. You’ll usually go home the same day—this outpatient procedure is typically done under local anesthesia with or without general anesthesia, based on what works best for your health and comfort.
This cosmetic procedure offers many perks:
Good candidates are:
Not a fit if you’re pregnant, breastfeeding, or have untreated breast disease. Every factor in your medical history and weight loss goals gets discussed during consultation.
In your consultation, we talk about your breast size and shape, your goals (and any cosmetic procedure like breast augmentation or lift you’re thinking of), and your medical history. We’ll also answer any questions about general anesthesia or local anesthesia. Before surgery, you’ll need to stop certain medications, avoid smoking, and arrange for a ride home and a surgical bra for recovery. The aim is to set you up for success and smooth recovery, especially if you're thinking about doing more than one procedure at once.
This surgery usually takes about 45 minutes to an hour. You’ll get numbing medicine or general anesthesia, depending on what we agree on during your planning appointment. The surgeon makes a small incision around the outer edge of the areola, trims away extra skin and breast tissue, and brings the edges together. Absorbable stitches mean no removal later. You leave with a light dressing and a surgical bra to wear as directed—this outpatient procedure keeps things simple.
Recovery is quick and straightforward:
Every woman heals differently, but most can return to most of their normal busyness within a week or so.
Your results will be visible right away, though mild swelling may hide the final look for a week or two. Within about six weeks, swelling will largely go away, and your areolas will settle into a more natural position on your breasts. Results can last for many years, though hormonal changes, aging, or further breast procedures may change things a bit—and if that happens, we can adjust with a touch-up.
To keep your results looking great:
Many women choose to include areola reduction as part of a larger treatment plan. If you're already considering breast surgery, like breast lift surgery, breast augmentation, or breast reduction surgery, pairing it with areola reduction can improve balance and give a more natural-looking result. Sometimes, after pregnancy, weight loss, or hormonal changes, breasts can stretch or sag, leaving behind excess skin or enlarged areolas. If your goal is to reshape the whole breast, not just the areola, combining procedures often makes sense.
Breast augmentation can restore lost volume while areola reduction refines the size and position of the areola.
Breast lift surgery can raise sagging breasts, and areola reduction makes the results more polished.
Breast reduction surgery helps with back pain or self-consciousness due to large breasts, and areola reshaping ensures proportional, symmetrical results.
A tummy tuck or body contouring procedure can also be added during the same surgical procedure if you’re looking to address multiple areas at once. Your plastic surgeon will walk you through surgical options during your consultation. Combining treatments doesn't always mean longer downtime, but it does give the opportunity for more complete changes in one outpatient procedure. It's a smart way to streamline recovery while achieving cohesive, natural results.
Cost depends on what's part of your treatment plan—alone or combined with breast lift surgery, breast augmentation, or breast reduction. Typical fees include surgeon, anesthesia, facility, medical supplies, surgical bra, pre- and post-op visits. In Montclair, NJ, costs reflect local fees and the skill of a board-certified plastic surgeon. We'll go over a detailed cost estimate after your consultation—no surprises, just clear transparency.
Dr. DiBernardo and Dr. Trovato are strong voices for breast surgery in New Jersey.
You're in expert hands, from first contact to final check-in, with a team that will walk beside you.
Ready to talk about achieving the results you're dreaming of? We're happy to help you explore your options, whether you're planning areola reduction surgery alone or along with breast lift surgery or breast augmentation. Our practice serves Montclair and nearby areas. Call us at (973) 509-2000, fill out our online form, or send a message now—let's find the clearest, most confident you.
Most patients feel mild discomfort, easily managed with over-the-counter pain relief.
Yes, most women can still breastfeed—it's rare to affect milk ducts.
You can expect a few days of light recovery and a full return to your normal routines in a week or so.
There's a small risk of infection, minor bleeding, or temporary nipple sensation changes.
The cost depends on your personalized treatment plan, which is determined by your goals and the details we work out at your consultation.
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