Inverted Nipple Correction

Inverted nipple correction is a surgical procedure used to make a turned-in nipple protrude in the normal way. Inverted nipples can cause functional problems for women and emotional concerns. An inverted nipple can look flat or a slit like depression or hole at the normal nipple location.

Correction of inverted nipples depends on the problem. Typical inverted nipple surgery can be done under local anesthesia as an outpatient. Stitches are placed to hold the nipple in the correct position until it heals. Sometimes the milk ducts have to be cut to release the nipple, but not usually.