A.A.M. -Board Certified Permanent Makeup Artist
2105 Forest Ave. Suite 130 Chico, Ca 95928
What is A.R.T.
Areola Reconstructive Tattooing (A.R.T.)
What is A.R.T.
A.R.T. stands for Areola Reconstructive Tattooing. It is a form of tattooing in which pigments are implanted into the dermal layer of skin to create a realistic 3-D nipple and/or Areola. A.R.T. can be done to create a completely new nipple/Areola when one or both are missing. It can also be used to fix imperfections, asymmetries, scars or boost coloration on existing Areolas.
Is A.R.T. for you?
-Single or Bilateral Mastectomy
-Mastitis
-Complications due to Breast Augmentations
-Trauma
-Birth Defects
-Scar Camouflage
-Old Areola tattoo
-Tattoo Corrections/Covers
Candidates for A.R.T.
-Client should be in good health
-Completed all reconstructive surgeries
-3 months post surgery
-6 months post Chemotherapy and Radiation
-Off any blood thinning medications and steroids for at least 1 week
*If the client is still under the supervision of a physician, they will need to provide written consent from their Physician to have reconstructive tattooing.
Insurance- Some insurance companies will help cover the cost of reconstructive tattooing. While we do not bill the insurance directly, we can provide the client with a Super Bill, so they may submit for reimbursement. Clients must check with their insurance company for details prior to procedures to ensure coverage.
We want to help!- If you are a breast cancer survivor and your insurance will not cover your procedure, please let us know!
