3D Nipple Tattoos & Areola Restoration
A 3D tattoo can create the appearance of a projecting nipple without one actually being reconstructed. This option is popular for patients who do not want to go through another surgical procedure or for patients who have had radiation breast cancer treatment and surgery poses a healing risk.
What to Expect
During your appointment, our artist will examine your nipple and areola to perform skin tone and size matching. Once this process is complete, our artist will likely be able to tattoo you the same day.
The Artist
It all started when we realized medical-grade tattoos just weren’t good enough. That’s when we knew we needed to add a tattoo artist’s expertise to the breast reconstruction journey. Northwestern is committed to representing expertise across the spectrum of breast surgery care, and we are proud to be the only practice in Chicago to offer 3D nipple and 3D areola tattoos.