The reconstruction of the areola or nipple reconstruction is one of the most delicate and profound works that a PMU artist can develop. It is beyond aesthetics and beauty. This type of procedure touches the client's heart and gives a new meaning to the woman's life after beating breast cancer.
'In 2021, an estimated 281,550 new cases of invasive breast cancer are expected to be diagnosed in women in the U.S., along with 49,290 new cases of non-invasive (in situ) breast cancer', says breastcancer.org.
Areola reconstruction is a new beginning
The reconstruction of the nipple respects the color and size of the areola of each woman
Have you ever wondered, for example, how is the psychological and self-esteem of a woman who went through the discovery of cancer, treatment and surgery to remove the tumor and, often, the breast? Despite the happiness and relief of having overcome the disease, something seems to be missing.
The breast itself can be reconstructed with silicone prostheses, for example. But what about the areola? As much as anyone sees it, it is an unpleasant factor in its absence or deformity.
The change that the procedure causes in the patient and the professional
It was this feeling that Thatiana Bento, 46, had after overcoming the disease. “Every time I went to bathe, when I was in front of someone or went to the beach, it was very difficult. It is a sensation that has no words. ”Says Thati, who discovered cancer when doing self-examination at home, in 2016.
Thatiana Bento told RBKollors how the procedure changed her life
Founder of the Mamas com Amor project, where she does voluntary reconstruction work, and a national reference in the area, Schirley Brows says she has been working with paramedic micropigmentation since 2016.
“After learning the technique, I realized that I had a‘ world ’to explore. To clear up my doubts, I started researching, talking with doctors, with patients ... I went deeper. I learned a lot from each patient. Fears, challenges, insecurities… ”, she says.
Schirley Brows is one of the references in areola reconstruction in Brazil
Schirley says that each hug after the reconstruction procedure is like putting an end to the entire cancer journey. “Working with reconstruction is magical, inexplicable. I feel that God is using me to make a difference in the lives of these women.
“I learn and evolve with each woman who lays on my stretcher. I am a better human being because of my work. The mirror that used to be a villain becomes a woman's best friend ”, says Schirley.
Meet Paramedic Micropigmentation
Paramedic micropigmentation is a specialty in the area of micropigmentation that aims to care for people who for some reason have spots, marks, scars, surgical results that they would probably like to hide, disguise or correct this aspect of themselves that they think is "ugly".
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In the case of breasts, therefore, the paramedic micropigmentation is responsible for redesigning the areolas and nipples with a realistic 3D technique, reconstructing the nipple areola complex. The areola-papillary complex (NAC) is a fundamental structure in the aesthetics of the breast, always secondary to some surgical intervention.
The result of areola reconstruction using micropigmentation is extremely realistic
In addition to the areolas, paramedic micropigmentation serves clients after surgery for cleft lips, scars and people with other particularities, for example.
Therefore, there are specific courses for artists who want to work in this area. However, taking responsibility for choosing a serious place and using the appropriate pigments is as important as the result on the client's body.
This beautiful work by Schirley Brows and so many other artists deserves the recognition and tribute from RBKollors. And, therefore, don't forget: do the breast self-examination.