Areola and Nipple Tattoo Services

When choosing a path for her own breast cancer treatment, Erica learned of the various breast reconstruction options available to women after having a mastectomy. The thing that really caught her eye was areola tattoos for breast cancer survivors.

She did her research and decided to learn the award-winning Vicky Martin Method of 3D Areola Tattooing for creating a realistic looking nipple and areola on a reconstructed breast. It’s a two-appointment process: the initial tattooing, and then a follow-up appointment six weeks later to add more details or color.

The goal is to rebuild confidence along the healing journey, helping women feel beautiful and whole once again—because women are beautiful, and after a cancer diagnosis and mastectomy surgery, they are still whole. Maybe that’s asking for a lot from a tattoo, but empowerment comes from many places—even a nipple tattoo after breast reconstruction.

Areola Tattoo Pricing   

• Basic Areola - Includes the 3D nipple, areola, and option two Montgomery glands per breast

• Advanced Areola - Includes the 3D nipple, areola, and two–four Montgomery glands, wrinkles, windmill texture, and highlights per breast

Does insurance cover nipple tattoos after a mastectomy and breast reconstruction?

In most cases, yes. Check with your own insurance provider to be sure, but an areola tattoo is considered part of the breast reconstruction process.

Full payment is due at your session, and Erica will provide you with a receipt to submit to your insurance for reimbursement. Your medical team may also be able to assist in this process.

Coming soon: How to design your nipple tattoo. Erica explains her process and answers all of your cosmetic tattooing questions in her blog.