How is Juli's technique different than a plastic surgeon's?

Many plastic surgeons recommend my technique for a a few different reasons.  The first reason is that plastic surgeons are not trained as tattoo artists. Having four decades of tattooing experience (30 years doing nipple tattooing), I understand how to use pigments to create the desired effect.  The second reason is that plastic surgeons use a vegetable base dye,that acts as more of a stain than a permanent pigment. Vegetable based pigments fade quickly.  Most plastic surgeons will suggest you go to a tattoo artist to get a longer lasting result.

How soon after my reconstruction can I get my nipples tattooed?

     Many plastic surgeons will say 2-3 months. I would prefer 5-6 months to be sure that you had enough time to heal. Although people do heal at different rates, I've found that it's better to wait the extra time in cases where scaring is involved.

Will the tattooing hurt?

     This is a common question and the reason most folks hesitate in having this procedure done.  I understand how people who have never had tattoos may be anxious about how it feel. I want to make you as comfortable as possible so for the tattooing portion for the procedure, I use a lidocaine based topical anesthetic.

I've never been to a tattoo studio before, is it a clean environment?

     My studio is not what most people think a tattoo studio would be and it's nothing like what you would see on TV.  The studio is clean, well lit and has a very tranquil atmosphere. I also work in my own room to ensure your privacy.  Keeping up to date on medical quality guidelines for safety and cleanliness, I get certified on a yearly basis and  only use single use needles, tools and products.  My room is cleaned and a fresh set up is done for each client.

How soon can I get an appointment with Juli?

I'm usually booked up a month - a month and a half out, but at times there may be cancellations or I may have a few scattered appointments open. It is always best to email me with the best days and times of the week for you to meet and I will give you the earliest dates possible