Smaller, rounder, flatter – the 2 types of Nipple Reduction and who they’re for

Aurora is now part of The Private Clinic, a nationwide group of clinics with over 35 years of experience specialising in Cosmetic Surgery and Skin and a Trust Pilot 5 star rating. For comprehensive information, before and after photos and costs on Nipple Reduction procedures click here or for Male Chest Reduction procedures click here

Nipple Reduction may not get its fair share of coverage in the media, but it’s something we consistently receive enquiries about at Aurora.

In our experience, when people ask us about nipple reduction, they may actually be referring to two procedures: nipple reduction or gynecomastia surgery (male breast reduction).

Each of these surgeries can be used to improve the nipple area, depending on the precise nature of the problem.

Some people suffer from enlargement of the nipples themselves, but often the issue is with the areolae (the brown areas around each nipple), which may be too large, misshapen or puffy.

Let’s look at the three different procedures that come under the umbrella of nipple reduction:

1. Nipple Reduction

For some people, the nipple itself may protrude too much, be too wide, or be uneven in shape. The nipples may be visible through clothing and cause significant embarrassment. People affected may avoid any activities which involve changing in public, for example going swimming. For these people, nipple reduction surgery can be used to make the nipples smaller or less prominent. This is a very straightforward procedure carried out under local anaesthetic. Find out more here.

2. Gynecomastia Surgery

For men of normal weight with domed or puffy areolae and a significant amount of excess breast tissue, gynecomastia surgery is usually required. This involves a deeper surgery to remove the excess tissue causing the doming of the areolae. It can be performed by excision, liposuction or a combination of the two, depending if it is caused by breast tissue or fatty tissue. Find out more here.

Find out more about Nipple Reduction at The Private Clinic

At The Private Clinic, we have several experienced surgeons around the UK who specialise in all types of nipple surgery. We offer surgery to both male and female patients, with a roughly 50/50 split for each gender. Surgery is minimally invasive and in the vast majority of cases is performed under local anaesthetic.

The Private Clinic prides itself on its commitment to Medical Expertise, Patient Care and Satisfaction, Honest advice and most importantly Results. We are above all committed to Quality. Please feel free to contact us for any advice or to book a consultation with one of our expert Breast surgeons.

For more information on nipple reduction, or to book a consultation, please contact us on 0333 920 2471 or use our online contact form.