Q. Can breast enlargement surgery correct asymmetry or uneven breasts?
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Yes, breast enlargement surgery, also known as breast augmentation, can often be used to correct breast asymmetry or uneven breasts. Many individuals choose breast augmentation not only to increase breast size but also to achieve a more balanced and symmetrical appearance. Here's how breast augmentation can address breast asymmetry:
1. Size Discrepancy: If you have one breast significantly smaller than the other, your surgeon can use breast implants of different sizes to achieve better symmetry. The size, type, and placement of the implants will be customized to match the size and shape of each breast, creating a more balanced appearance.
2. Shape and Projection: Breast augmentation can also address differences in breast shape and projection. For example, if one breast is more saggy (ptotic) than the other, the surgeon may choose a different implant profile for each breast to help achieve a more even projection.
3. Nipple and Areola Position: If one nipple or areola is positioned differently than the other, the surgeon can make adjustments during the breast augmentation procedure to improve symmetry. This may involve repositioning the nipple or areola on one or both breasts.
4. Breast Lift (Mastopexy): In cases where breast asymmetry is due to differences in breast sagging (ptosis), a breast lift (mastopexy) may be combined with breast augmentation. This can help lift and reshape the breasts while adding volume, improving both size and symmetry.
5. Combination with Fat Transfer: In some cases, a combination of breast implants and fat transfer may be used to address breast asymmetry. Fat transfer involves removing fat from one part of the body and injecting it into the breasts to achieve better symmetry and natural-looking results.
It's important to have a thorough consultation with a board-certified plastic surgeon to discuss your specific concerns regarding breast asymmetry and to develop a personalized treatment plan. Your surgeon will assess your individual anatomy, listen to your goals, and recommend the most appropriate surgical approach to achieve the desired symmetry while enhancing your overall breast appearance.
Keep in mind that while breast augmentation can improve breast symmetry, no two breasts are perfectly identical, even in individuals without asymmetry. Therefore, achieving perfect symmetry may not always be possible, but the goal is to create a more balanced and aesthetically pleasing appearance.