Definitely not!

In a Double Incision where a free nipple graft is necessary, sensation is still present, but is diminished from the “hypersensation” of the nipples that is usually present before surgery. Despite diminished nipple sensation following chest reconstruction top surgery, most patients report increased sexual satisfaction.

Though very uncommon in our practice (less than 2%), it is possible to lose all nipple sensation following chest reconstruction top surgery. Patients who smoke or those diagnosed with diabetes or an autoimmune disease run an increased risk of partial or total nipple graft failure.