3D NIPPLE & AREOLA RESTORATION

The Iwama Sensitive Technique was created by established cosmetic tattoo artist and owner of Priscila Iwama Enhancement in Boca, Raton, FL, Priscila Iwama. Over the past few decades, the way Priscila works with ink and skin has become more and more unique and personalized. Focused on the well-being and health of her clients, her journey birthed the Iwama Sensitive Technique; permanent makeup applied in a delicate manner, stimulating collagen production and protecting the current and future integrity of your skin--not to mention, superior realistic results.

Priscila's technique focuses on precisely depositing small amounts of ink in the ideal depth of the papillary dermis (first dermis layer of the skin). This increases the color's longevity and results in a shorter, more comfortable, and practically bleed-free procedure.

The Iwama Sensitive Technique, combined with the best brands of ink pigment on the market, organic and inorganic, ensures that the area remains in the healed tone and guarantees a uniform fade of the color over time.

A 3D nipple and areola tattoo is a semi-permanent micropigmentation technique, that uses dark and light pigments that creates an illusion of a 3D nipple and/or areola on a reconstructed breast. 3D tattooing also goes by 3D nipple tattoo, areola restoration tattoo, nipple repigmentation, and areola micropigmentation. Whether using the terms medical or paramedical tattooing, pigment is implanted to the nipple and areola areas, just below the epidermis (the most shallow part of the dermis,) using a medical-grade mechanical needle. Thanks to recent advancements in technology and tattoo methodology, the result is hyperrealistic and only a natural degradation of the pigment occurs over time.

Important Note: in the United States, from the Health Department’s standpoint, all cosmetic tattoo treatments are considered ‘permanent.’

A few months after mastectomy, mammoplasty, breast reconstruction, or mastopexy is complete, women can decide to restore the appearance of their missing nipples and areolas with a 3-D tattoo. The procedure can help breast cancer survivors be comfortable in their bodies, boost self-confidence and feel sexy again. Recreating areolas unilaterally or bilaterally, as well as camouflaging surgery scars, can help call attention away from what’s missing or ‘different.’ Deciding to reconstruct with micropigmentation is a very personal choice, but for women or men that choose to, they get a sense of control back, a reconnection to their selves before cancer or trauma, and renewed intimacy with their partners. The impacts following a 3D nipple and areola tattoo are absolutely profound, and everyone involved always ends up with tears of joy.

Coverage varies for a multitude of unique reasons such as location, depth, size, color, or age, but you can feel comfortable knowing that.

Recreating the perfect skin, nipple, and areola tones require custom blending. First, we draw directly on your skin with an eyeliner pencil, and after we go over all of the details together. The desired color is introduced in a non-invasive way through a dermograph (?? do you mean 1st layer of skin) using specific inks and needles. It creates a 3D depth perception, imitating the areolas and nipples in a truly unique way for each person, resulting in a natural appearance. You can feel comfortable knowing that you are involved in the entire process, observing changes as they materialize.

Upon medical approval, we can also correct imperfections in people who have scars, and even fibrosis.

If needed, to help reduce discomfort, we apply an anesthetic cream before the procedure, which typically lasts from 60 to 90 minutes. Since the Iwama Technique is very delicate, clients tend to have low amounts of swelling and redness in the area and quality results can be seen shortly after the procedure.

Pro Tip: Take your time in choosing the right artist for you, this type of journey is one that the artist works hand in hand with the client to achieve their desired results. An ethical and caring professional will stay true to your natural features and make the procedure as painless as possible.

On average dermopigmentation lasts from 18 to 24 months. Variables that affect longevity include your skin type, metabolism, and lifestyle/skin habits.

It’s important to note that results are cumulative and at least 2 sessions are necessary to achieve your desired look. Touch-ups can be done after the healing process is complete, which can take from 4 to 6 weeks.

To further extend the longevity of your areola tattoo, we use the best and most advanced products and equipment. We boost the healing process immediately after the procedure with quality products that hydrate the skin. Aftercare instructions must be followed to achieve maximum results. See aftercare instructions here!

Be advised that, with any form of tattooing, there are risks of infection or allergic reactions. Overall, a nipple and areola tattoo is much less invasive than a traditional tattoo and has no downtime. Most side effects of micropigmentation, such as minor swelling immediately after the procedure, are mild. We almost always avoid severe reactions due to the delicate nature and application of the Iwama Sensitive Technique and our operational and safety standards.

As much as areola and paramedical tattooing is a safe and effective technique, it is not recommended for:

• Scars from keloid

• Red scars with less than six months

• Recently tanned skins

• Pregnant and lactating women

• People with uncontrolled diabetes Important

Note: If you have any questions we recommend seeing your doctor to make sure that the procedure can be performed safely.

Medical authorization is required to perform any breast, nipple, or areola micropigmentation and dermopigmentation in people with a history of plastic surgery. Also, the area to be treated must be fully healed for at least six months. In cases of cancer survivors, in addition to the requirements mentioned above, the patient must have completed treatment.

At Priscila Iwama Enhancement, we take your health very seriously and go above and beyond to ensure everyone’s safety.

All team members are licensed for cosmetic tattooing by the state of Florida. In addition, each artist is rigorously trained by Priscila Iwama herself, who holds decades of professional cosmetic tattoo accreditation and experience. We use disposable personal protective equipment and gowns for all clients and staff, reducing the spread of pathogens between people and protecting clothing during procedures. All tools and materials are sterilized and disposed of after every procedure.

Our office in Boca Raton, FL owns and is up-to-date on all required operating licenses. Ensuring transparency and safety, we perform in an environment that strictly complies with all biosafety rules stipulated by the Florida State Department of Health.

Be aware, not every cosmetic tattoo artist has the exact same experience or professional training. For nearly two decades, Priscila Iwama has dedicated her professional life to women's health and corrective aesthetics and is associated with world-leading associations such as American Micropigmentation (AAM), Society of Permanent Cosmetic Professional (SPCP), Brazilian Federation of Aesthetic and Corrective Dermopigmentation (FABDEC) and many, many more. She is an esthetician, visagiste, and permanent makeup expert. Priscila holds various national and international degrees, licensures, specializations, and certifications, while renowned as an industry leader in Brazil, the European Union, and the USA. See Priscila’s full credentials on our about page. [link]

Since 2015 Priscila Iwama has been volunteering her time performing areola and nipple reconstruction dermopigmentation procedures. She is a highly sought-after industry educator, training the next generation of dermopigmentation artists, while continuously elevating her expertise by attending educational and specialty courses. She personally selects and meticulously trains each and every artist, until they have completed their apprenticeships. This humbled team of artists also dedicates their time volunteering procedures for Breast Cancer Survivors. See the work on our volunteer page. [link]