Hyaluronic acid gel filler for nipple enhancement following breast reconstruction

The loss of the 3-dimensional contour of the nipple-areola complex (NAC) following surgical breast reconstruction is a technical challenge for the physician and a psychological burden for many breast cancer patients. The use of injectable dermal fillers to enhance nipple projection is a simple noninvasive procedure with immediate and adjustable volume results that positively impact patient satisfaction. The utility and safety of injectable hyaluronic acid (HA) gel make it an ideal filler for restoring the natural feel and contour to the delicate structure of the NAC and in some cases may represent a simple solution following breast reconstruction.