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Your Concerns
Are you facing any of these concerns?
My nipple is drawn inward and is not usually visible.
It only comes out briefly when stimulated and quickly retracts again.
It is hard to keep clean and occasionally becomes inflamed.
I am worried about whether I will be able to breastfeed later.
Only one side is inverted, so they look asymmetric.
If any of these concerns resonate,
now is the time to speak with a specialist.
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Inverted Nipple — Grading Comes First
An inverted nipple is a state in which the nipple cannot project outward and is instead drawn inward, caused by short milk ducts and fibrous tissue that pull the nipple inward. It is classified into grades 1 to 3 by how far the nipple protrudes on stimulation, and the correction method and difficulty vary with the grade.
The most important decision is how much of the milk duct can be preserved while releasing the tissue responsible for the tethering. If future breastfeeding is a consideration, a duct-preserving direction is reviewed first, and internal support suturing is designed together to reduce recurrence.
Because the inverted area tends to trap debris and secretions, hygiene can be difficult and inflammation can recur. For this reason, correction is often discussed not only for cosmetic goals but also from the standpoint of hygiene and inflammation.
Simply pulling the nipple out and suturing it can allow it to invert again over time, so accurately releasing the tethering tissue and building an internal support structure is central to reducing recurrence.
At Umnagumo, procedures are performed personally by a breast-surgery specialist with 25+ years of experience, and through meticulous dissection and suturing of the nipple–areolar area we aim to both minimize the scar burden and reduce recurrence (individual results may vary).
Why Choose Us
What Makes Umnagumo Inverted Nipple Correction Different
We grade first, decide duct preservation based on breastfeeding plans, and design internal support suturing to reduce recurrence.
Grade-Based Planning
Preservation vs. release decided after grading (1–3)
Surgical Time
Approximately 30 – 60 minutes (varies by extent)
Procedure Focus
Duct preservation first · internal support suturing · recurrence-risk care
FAQ
Inverted Nipple Correction FAQ
When a duct-preserving correction is performed, there is a possibility of maintaining lactation function, but the outcome can vary with the degree of inversion and the individual condition of the glandular tissue, so it cannot be guaranteed uniformly. We confirm your future breastfeeding plans first, then decide on the method.
If the tethering tissue is not adequately released or the internal support is insufficient, the nipple can invert again. Accurately addressing the causative tissue and building a support structure with internal suturing helps to reduce the risk of recurrence. Results vary by individual.
For grade 1, a duct-preserving approach can be prioritized; as the grade progresses to 2 and 3, the tethering is stronger, the extent of dissection increases, and the difficulty of correction rises. After diagnosis, a method suited to the grade is advised.
The incision is minimized by using the border of the nipple and areola, and the scar is hidden along the pigment boundary and tends to fade over time. Individual variation applies depending on skin type.
Return to daily life is generally possible relatively early. In the early phase, avoiding pressure and stimulation of the nipple area is recommended. Recovery varies by individual, so guidance is provided in stages through follow-up observation.
It is common to correct only the inverted side, though both sides are sometimes considered together for symmetry. Guidance is provided according to the individual condition after examination.
Inverted nipples can occur in men as well, and because lactation function does not need to be considered, the approach is comparatively straightforward. Suturing to reduce recurrence and scar care remain equally important.
The cost varies with the grade of inversion, whether the duct is preserved, whether one or both sides are treated, and the anesthesia method. Rather than a fixed comparison or event price, we advise an individualized estimate based on the diagnostic findings, provided through consultation.
Consultation
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