Inverted Nipple Correction in Korea
What Is Inverted Nipple Correction?
An inverted nipple is a condition where the nipple retracts inward instead of protruding naturally. It is mainly caused by shortened lactiferous ducts and tight fibrous bands pulling the nipple inward, along with insufficient supporting tissues beneath the nipple.
Inverted nipples affect not only aesthetics but also daily hygiene, easy inflammation, and breastfeeding function. It may appear unbalanced, flat, or sunken. Both congenital and acquired cases can be corrected through precise surgery to restore natural outward projection while preserving function as much as possible.
Doctor’s Message
Inverted nipple correction must balance aesthetics and function. We release tight fibrous bands, lengthen lactiferous ducts, and rebuild internal support structure to prevent recurrence. Depending on inversion severity, we select a customized method that either preserves breastfeeding function or completely corrects severe retraction safely and naturally.
Operation Information
- Surgery Time : About 60 Minutes
- Anesthesia Type : IV Sedation / Local Anesthesia
- Hospitalization : Not Required
- Stitch Removal : 7-10 Days
- Recovery Time : About 7 Days
Causes of Inverted Nipples
Inverted nipples are divided into congenital and acquired types. Most are congenital due to underdeveloped lactiferous ducts and insufficient mesenchymal tissue growth. Acquired cases may result from breast trauma, surgery sequelae, inflammation, or aging sagging.
Shortened milk ducts and tight fibrous cords are the main reasons that keep the nipple pulled inward permanently without natural protrusion.
Inverted Nipple Surgical Methods
01 Lactiferous Duct Preserving Method
Step 1
Small incision on both sides of nipple
Step 2
Release fibrous bands while preserving milk ducts
Step 3
Rebuild support and suture fixed shape
Suitable for mild inversion, retains breastfeeding function, low recurrence rate.
02 Purse-String Suture Method
Step 1
Circular incision around areola
Step 2
Release inward-pulling tissues
Step 3
Purse-string suture for fixation
Minimal scar, good shaping effect for moderate inverted nipples.
03 Lactiferous Duct Incision Method
Step 1
Central nipple small incision
Step 2
Completely release fibrous cords
Step 3
Rebuild firm support structure
For severe inversion, does not retain breastfeeding function, permanent correction.
Can Inverted Nipples Recur After Surgery?
Recurrence mainly happens if fibrous bands are not fully released or internal supporting structure is insufficient. Our surgery adopts precise release + tissue reconstruction fixation to greatly reduce recurrence rate and maintain long-term natural nipple shape.
Ideal Candidates
- Congenital inward retracted nipple
- Nipple easily inflamed or hygienic problems
- Aesthetic dissatisfaction with sunken nipple shape
- Postpartum breastfeeding difficulty caused by inversion
- Acquired inverted nipple after trauma or surgery
Surgery Key Points
- Custom method according to inversion severity
- Choose breastfeeding-preserving mode for mild cases
- Precise release + internal anti-retraction structure
- Minimal hidden incision, inconspicuous scar
- Balance aesthetic shape and physiological function
Before & After
* Side effects such as swelling, slight numbness and wound discomfort may occur after surgery and will gradually subside within a week. Individual recovery varies. Please follow post-op care instructions and consult your doctor for any concerns.
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