title: Nipple contouring with hyaluronics postmastectomy.
abstract: The lack of a naturally shaped nipple-areola complex following mastectomy presents a significant psychological hindrance for many breast cancer patients. While tattoos may improve the overall color of the reconstructed breast, the shape of the areola-nipple complex frequently remains deformed. Injecting hyaluronic acid may enable the 3-dimension contour of this area to be restored to a more natural appearance. This restoration may be associated with improvement of self-image and reduction in the depression that sometimes follows a mastectomy.
authors.affiliation: Lennox and Associates LLC, West Palm Beach, FL 33401, USA. kplennox@aol.com
authors.forename: Krystie
authors.initials: K
authors.lastname: Lennox
authors.forename: Kenneth R
authors.initials: KR
authors.lastname: Beer
mesh_terms: D003357:Cosmetic Techniques; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D006820:Hyaluronic Acid / Q000008:administration & dosage*; D007267:Injections; D016462:Mammaplasty / Q000379:methods*; D008408:Mastectomy; D008875:Middle Aged; D009558:Nipples / Q000033:anatomy & histology*
chemical_list: D006820:Hyaluronic Acid