Areola Reduction — Enfield Royal Clinic Khalifa City
Breast Surgery

Areola Reduction

Resize or reshape a large or asymmetric areola

Areola reduction is a straightforward procedure that removes a ring of areolar tissue through a circular incision, reducing the diameter to a more proportionate size. It is commonly performed alongside breast augmentation, lift or reduction, but can also be done as a standalone procedure.

Recovery is rapid and scarring is well-concealed along the areola border. The procedure can also correct areola asymmetry and is suitable for both men and women.

Key Benefits

  • More proportionate areola size relative to the breast
  • Correction of size asymmetry
  • Scar concealed at the areola edge
  • Quick procedure, often combined with other breast surgery

Is This Treatment Right For You?

  • Women or men with disproportionately large or asymmetric areolas
  • Patients already planning breast augmentation, lift or reduction
  • Those seeking a standalone correction with minimal downtime

What to Expect

1

Marking

Desired new areola diameter is marked before surgery.

2

Excision

Outer ring of areolar tissue is removed under local anaesthesia.

3

Closure

Fine sutures create a smooth, well-healed edge.

4

Review

Check at 1–2 weeks confirms scar healing.

Recovery & Aftercare

Light activity the following day; sutures reviewed within 1–2 weeks.

Frequently Asked Questions

Will there be visible scarring?

The scar runs along the edge of the areola, which gives good camouflage once healed.

Can this be combined with other procedures?

Yes — it is routinely combined with breast augmentation, lift or reduction with no significant added recovery time.

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