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Areola Reduction Surgery

乳晕缩小术

Duration

1-1.5 hours

Recovery

1-2 weeks for initial healing, 2-3 months for scar fading

$

Savings

~65% vs US

Price Comparison
China$1,000 - $2,500
$1,750
United States$3,000 - $7,000
$5,000
Save approximately 65%

Average savings compared to US prices

About This Treatment

Areola reduction surgery decreases the diameter of overly large areolae to achieve better proportion with the breast, commonly requested after pregnancy, breastfeeding, or weight fluctuations. Chinese plastic surgeons perform this procedure using the purse-string or concentric circle technique for precise size control. It can be done as a standalone procedure or combined with breast augmentation or lift.

Procedure Steps
1

Size Planning

Desired areola diameter is discussed and marked using circular templates for symmetry

Duration: 20 minutes
2

Local Anesthesia

The areola and surrounding area are numbed with local anesthetic injection

Duration: 10 minutes
3

Tissue Excision

A donut-shaped ring of excess areola tissue is carefully removed around the circumference

Duration: 30-45 minutes
4

Purse-String Closure

The wound is closed with a purse-string suture to maintain the new smaller diameter

Duration: 20 minutes
Benefits
  • Achieves proportionate areola size relative to breast
  • Minimal scarring along the areola border
  • Can be combined with other breast procedures
  • Quick outpatient procedure under local anesthesia
Considerations
  • Reduced nipple sensation in some patients
  • Scar visibility at areola border
  • Potential impact on breastfeeding ability
  • Slight asymmetry between sides

Prices shown are approximate ranges for reference only. Actual costs vary by hospital, complexity, and individual patient needs. Always consult with healthcare professionals for medical decisions.