Persistent breast asymmetry after augmentation with implants; use of liposuction

Otto Joseph Placik, MD answers: Asymmetry still present after breast augmentation

I had breast augmentation to fix asymmetric breasts. I asked my surgeon if I should have breast reduction first since the right breast is over a cup size bigger, but she assured me that this wasn't necessary. I ended up with smooth saline implants, 400 cc on the left and 280 cc on the right. I am 4 weeks post-op, and I still feel like the right is fuller, especially at the bottom where it's already fuller to begin with. It sags more.

Was this the right decision to fix the problem? The doctor said I might want a breast lift on the right breast to make them more even, but how can they look even when the other breast will have a lot of scars? What can I do if it's still uneven after a year? Help!


Otto Joseph Placik, MD
14 days ago
By Otto Joseph Placik, MD - Chicago Plastic Surgeon

SEE VIDEO FOR MANAGEMENT OF BREAST ASYMMETRY:

In some instances, mild amounts of breast asymmetry can be managed with suction assisted lipectomy (liposuciton)

This can be achieved with relatively little scarring.

There is a potential for implant rupture but it should be realtively low if perfomed by an experienced surgeon. I would advise that you wait 6-9 months to allow for normal settling from surgical changes.

The video below shows some examples of asymmetry treated with liposuction

Web reference: http://www.bodysculptor.com/breast-asymmetry.html
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