Areolar Reduction
A procedure to reduce the size of stretched or enlarged areolas (the pigmented skin surrounding the nipples)

Areolar reduction is a relatively simple procedure in which we reduce the size of one or both areolas (the dark or pink skin surrounding the nipples).
Some women are unhappy with the size of their areolas because they appear enlarged, stretched, puffy, or protruding. Changes in the areolas can occur after pregnancy, breastfeeding, and weight fluctuations. Sometimes, one areola is larger than the other, and an areolar reduction is done to create symmetry.
To perform an areolar reduction, Mr Ahmad makes a doughnut shaped incision along the border of the areola. This ensures the scar is easily hidden. The new areola is secured in place with a permanent suture that prevents it from stretching. The skin is closed with dissolvable sutures.
You can find out if you are a suitable candidate for areolar reduction during a consultation with our experienced consultant plastic surgeon at Venus Medical.
Benefits
- Reduces the areola size to be more in proportion to the breast size
- Helps eliminate self-consciousness about enlarged or stretched areolas
- Gives the breasts an overall more attractive appearance
- Scars are hidden in a bra or bathing suit
- Results are permanent other than natural changes with aging
No. of sessions
1
Treatment time
90 minutes
Recovery time
1-2 weeks
Area
breasts
Why Areolar Reduction at Venus Medical?
- Mr Shadab I. Ahmad is a specialist plastic surgeon who has years of experience in performing areolar reduction.
- Venus Medical is an award-winning cosmetic clinic in Ireland, staffed by a dedicated team of medical professionals.
- We take patient satisfaction seriously at Venus Medical.Mr Ahmad will see you in consultation, understand your aesthetic desires, and recommend a treatment that can best address your concerns.
Ideal candidate for breast uplift
Women who are bothered by sagging or drooping breasts that have lost shape and volume and become flat, pendulous, or elongated, with nipples pointing down or falling below the breast crease, with areolas that are enlarged and stretched, or with one breast lower than the other, and who want to restore the breasts to a perkier, more youthful position with long-lasting results.
Ideal Candidate for Areolar Reduction
Men and women who want to correct the size of the areola for cosmetic reasons and achieve a permanent reduction in areola size.