Tattoooing for Mastectomy Patients

Before, during and after a mastectomy there are so many questions to be researched, discussed and answered. We hope the information we provide here will assist you with learning more about tattooing and repigmentation  of the areola and nipples after a mastectomy. We offer either reconstructive pigmentation and or decorative options with and without nipple reconstruction. The procedures will be performed by our in-house artist Jarris Vonzombie.

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:Our Standard Questions:

 

Question: What Can you Expect?

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Answer: Usually I will start out by asking you if you have any questions for me. We will do our best to answer your questions. Now is the time to start thinking of what you are curious about.  Depending on whether a rotary machine or a traditional coil tattoo machine is used, the sound from a traditional machine can be considered annoying, intimidating and loud. We suggest you bring headphones and listen to music that will help you relax. Tattooing on the chest is normally an uncomfortable process however typically after a mastectomy, the damage to nerve endings tend to make the process somewhat tolerable. It is possible to use local anesthetics (lidocaine patches and various numbing creams on the areas prior to the procedure, but generally it has not been necessary.  Prior to the procedure insure that you are well hydrated and have eaten a light meal.

 

Question: What happens after the procedure?
 

Answer: Typically after the procedure which takes approximately 30 minutes per breast.  You will noticed the area of the procedure to be slightly swollen, the pigment is dark in color and their may be some redness from irritation.  Keep in mind that during the healing process the pigment will lighten to a more natural look and the tenderness will subside.  We will do all that we can to insure your procedure is hassle free and comfortable. Aftercare will be similar to the aftercare instructions we recommend for our standard tattoo procedure clients.  We recommend and utilize H2Ocean Aftercare products during and after the procedure. 

 

:Out of Pocket Rates/ Prices:

 We have made the nipple/ areola repigmentation

and/ or 3D tattoo are extremely affordable

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Unilateral conventional tattooing

$50 
Unilateral 3D effect tattooing

$50
Bilateral conventional tattooing

$100
Bilateral 3D effect tattooing

$100

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