3D Nipple Tattoos and Breast Reconstruction

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5/15/2016

3D Nipple Tattoos

In our practice, anyone undergoing tattoo for nipple-areola pigmentation receives a 3D tattoo. The term “3D tattoo” is used to describe a tattoo that uses color to create the illusion of three dimensions. Through the use of color, the tattoo will create the effect of a projecting nipple. Texturizing is also performed in order to create natural appearing skin textures on the areola.

3D Nipple Tattoo Candidates

Due to different variables involved in reconstruction, some patients are not nipple mound reconstruction candidates (if you have questions about this, please ask us!). In these cases, nipple mound reconstruction is skipped and the 3D tattoo alone is performed. In patients who are too high risk for surgical reconstruction, then, 3D tattooing has allowed us the opportunity to create the appearance of a projecting nipple without the risk. In these patients, color alone is used to create the appearance of projection, improving outcomes considerably when compared with a standard medical grade tattoo.

Nipple areola tattooing has come a long way since I began with our practice in 2009! As I took over tattooing for Dr. Fine’s private practice, I was trained in “medical grade tattooing”. This procedure involved the application of pigment which simply provided color centered around the nipple reconstruction. Despite our best efforts to use this form of tattooing, I quickly learned of its shortcomings; medical grade tattoos often faded over time, offered limited ability to create the appearance of texture, and were relatively monochromatic. As we continued to grow in private practice, it was actually one of our patient’s bright red tattoos that first caught our attention and made us think a little more critically about our tattoo offering. We found ourselves wondering, if our patient’s body art looked this vibrant, maybe our nipple tattoos could be improved! This was the beginning of our idea to bring on a tattoo artist. We inquired with our patient, and, weeks later, connected with Jeff. I was the first person to reach out to Jeff directly, and I remember it so clearly! To call a Chicago tattoo artist out of the blue and ask about his interest in tattooing nipples for reconstruction patients, I wasn’t sure how that would be taken. But, Jeff was immediately interested and actually felt drawn to the opportunity by his desire to help others. He explained to me his love for the art of tattooing, and also his great desire to use his skills to help people. He seemed like a great fit.

Jeff has now been with us since 2011. His contribution to our practice has been immense. In applying his artistry to this field, he has definitely harnessed his skills to help others. Jeff has a knack for bringing together his artistic capabilities, his compassion, and his authenticity in order to care for our patients. Our patients rave about him and the tattoos he creates. I feel honored Jeff is a part of our team. I’ve seen the looks on our patients’ faces after completing their tattoo; I can see how much it means to them. And I’ve also seen his tattoos! And they are much better than any medical grade tattoo I’ve ever seen!

If you’d like to learn more about Jeff, click here to read his bio, watch a short video, and see some before and after photos.

3D Nipple Tattoo Before & After Photos

For a larger selection of photos in our before and after section, click here.

Schedule Your Consultation Today!

If you’d like any additional information about 3D tattoos with Jeff, please feel free to reach out to our office. Call and ask for Tanish, or email her directly at [email protected].

Dr. Fine, his team, and all the staff at NSPS are just the best! Having to go thru a crap situation (mastectomy) I trust his process and feel at ease at every appointment/procedure. I am so thankful to be going through this with them and highly recommend. I will actually miss going to NSPS when the reconstruction process is fully complete.

M.H. Google

I went to Dr. Schierle to address my gynecomastia - which had been a lifelong issue that suddenly gone from being a purely cosmetic flaw to a much bigger overall health issue for me over the course of a year or so. The first green flag for me was this office was the first plastic surgery practice that was willing to listen to my concerns and try billing my insurance for the surgery (coverage for the procedure was approved).Dr. Schierle himself made the entire process as positive as possible. I felt that he truly listened to me, asked thoughtful questions about my goals for the surgery, was frank and open about every aspect of my procedure and what I could realistically expect, and never once made me feel judged or uncomfortable.The team and office staff have been incredible to work with. I’ve always been able to reach someone if I had a question or concern during recovery. I never have a problem getting into the office when I’ve needed to.I knew that I had made the best decision in choosing a surgeon during my second post-surgery checkup, when Dr. Schierle recommended I hold off on any scar revision treatments for at least a year. To me, this just demonstrated further that he is actually invested in his patients’ success and not just out to milk people for as much money as he can.I’m really grateful to Dr. Schierle and his team for making what was an incredibly stressful and scary ordeal into a much more manageable process. Can’t recommend them enough.

N.H. Google

I will continually recommend and refer my friends and family to Northwestern Plastics. I underwent a breast augmentation yesterday and feel great! My pre-operative experience was nothing but detailed, understood, and all my concerns and questions were answered by Dr. Moradian and his amazing PA, Monika. I will speak highly of the faculty because you are always warmly greeted by the front desk and Kendall makes your logistical arrangements seamless!During the day of my procedure, I felt ZERO anxiety and the experience was very pleasant and passionate from all the nurses and the anesthesiologist. Prior to going into the OR, Dr. Moradian came into the room to greet me and mark me up - this was indicative of how passionate he was because he asked me if I had any last minute questions and concerns. Another small but impactful statement he said was “I’ve studied your aesthetic wants/inspirational pictures of what you would want and know exactly what to do”. This shows me compassion, the drive to make me feel heard, to how much thought and detail he has put into this artistry.Overall, I am extremely happy and when I am healed - I will update my pictures! I am excited for my recovery journey. They are perfect already.

S.T. Google

I had chin lipo done by Dr. Simon and had the BEST experience. I’ve wanted to do this my whole life and finally made the choice because of how comfortable I felt going into the process. During the surgery it was painless and we were actually cracking jokes and laughing the whole time with Monica who is also WONDERFUL. Don’t get me wrong it’s not the most comfortable thing in the world but there was no pain at any point. My recovery has gone super well and In just 3-4 days you can live your life totally normal. I already have friends who have seen my results that are going to Dr. Simon now.

C.G. Google

I completely recommend this location & Dr. Simon Moradian. The entire staff was extremely welcoming, friendly, and informative. Dr Simon listened to all my questions & concerns, he gave his recommendation while still listening to what I wanted done. I am very pleased with my surgery, and the results are better than I thought they would be! 100% recommend and will be coming back if I ever want anything more.

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