Correction of Tuberous (Constricted) Breasts
What Are Tuberous Breasts?
Who Is a Candidate for Surgery?
- Desire a fuller, more rounded breast shape and improved symmetry
- Are in good overall health, non‑smokers, or able to stop smoking pre‑operatively
- Have realistic expectations and are not planning significant weight changes or pregnancy soon after surgery
The Surgical Procedure: What to Expect
- Releasing constricted tissue to expand the breast base and lower the inframammary fold
- Adjusting areola size and shape to a more natural and proportionate appearance
- Implant placement, sometimes combined with fat grafting to smooth contours and enhance volume
Benefits of Tuberous Breast Correction
- Aesthetically pleasing results: Fuller, rounder breast contours with balanced proportions
- Improved symmetry and confidence, including better fitting clothing and swimwear
- Refined nipple‑areolar complex, with normalized size and position
Tuberous Breast Correction Recovery Timeline
- Initial downtime of 1–2 weeks, with gradual return to daily activities
- Full healing and settled results over several weeks to months, depending on the complexity of tissue adjustments and use of implants or fat transfer
While many patients retain breastfeeding ability, some may experience reduced milk
production due to surgical alteration. It’s best to discuss this during your consultation.
As with all surgery, there are risks including infection, bleeding, implant-related issues, or
asymmetry. Selecting a skilled surgeon minimises these risks.
It’s advisable to complete surgery well before planning pregnancy, as pregnancy-related hormonal changes may alter breast shape and affect surgical outcomes.
Fat grafting can be an excellent addition, particularly for contour refinement, but implants may be necessary to achieve desired volume. Many surgeons may use a combination approach tailored to your anatomy and goals.
Why Choose Rob Milligan for Tuberous Breast Correction in Newcastle and Gateshead?
- Personalised care from consultation to aftercare
- Honest advice based on your anatomy and goals
- Natural-looking, proportionate results
- Surgery in a CQC-registered private facilities in Newcastle or Gateshead
