Significantly Larger Breast - Breast Reduction or Implant?

I have a significantly larger breast. Yes just one. I am a 34 D and 5"2 weight of 138. Im hoping once i stop breast feeding the larger breast will shrink. But i dont want them both to shrink. But should i get the larger one reduced or the smaller one larger? Desperate for advice.

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11 Doctor Answers | Asked by gastonia in gastonia,nc

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Different size breasts

While the discussion of whether to augment one breast or reduce the other seems simple, there are many options that must be considered. First you should wait several months after stopping breast feeding as milk is often present in the ducts many months after you stop. Additionally, your breast may change considerably in the first 3-6 months after stopping breast feeding. Secondly you must have an examination that closely examines how your breasts are different... more

Pick which breast size you like!

Breast asymmetry is common - you are not alone! But the beauty of it is that you can pick which size you like. Keep in mind that a reduction will leave scars on your breast but that is the best way to make a match if you want to be smaller and get a lift at the same time. If you want both breasts to be bigger, you can have an augmentation on both sides with 2 different size implants.

You should think about what size is right for you.

I feel that the most important question you should ask yourself, is size wise, which side do you prefer? do you see yourself as a larger breasted woman or smaller breasted woman? After you decide which side you prefer as far as size, then you can discuss surgical options such as reductions on one side or augmenations on the other to reach your desired look.

Breast surgery after nursing.

It is a good idea to decide around 6 months after you stop breast feeding once you see the actual soze of both breasts. see video

Otto Joseph Placik, MD

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Chicago Plastic Surgeon

Asymmetric breast

I would definitely wait at least 6 months after your breast feeding to see how your breasts shape up. Although most breasts decrease in volume after breast feeding, some women maintain their breast size afterwards. If breast decrease in size, it will be both sides. Whether to reduce one breast vs. augmenting the other breast is up to your preference. You have to see which side and what size you prefer. If you decide on augmenting one breast, you may need... more

Breast asymmetry

It is a matter of what you prefer. If you like the smaller one, then a reduction, i f you like the bigger one, than implants.

Steven Wallach, MD

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Manhattan Plastic Surgeon

Treating breast asymmetry

It will be easier to match them if you reduce the larger one rather than to augment the smaller one. Ask yourself though which side you like better.

Breast Asymmetry and Options?

Thank you for the question. It would be in your best interests to allow for at least 3 months to pass after you have completed breast-feeding to evaluate the condition and symmetry of your breasts. At that point, meet with well experienced board-certified plastic surgeons to discuss your goals ( I like the use of “goal pictures”). after you have clearly communicated what your goals are your plastic surgeon will be able to discuss the best options to achieve them... more

Breast Reduction - One Side, Breast Lift, Implant - What Should I Do?

Hi gastonia in gastonia,nc, Great question - unfortunately, there isn't a great answer via this forum. It is impossible to give advice in a case like this without seeing a photo, and it may be hard enough to do so even with a photo. A lot will depend on what your preferences are. Which breast do you like better? If you have sagging on the larger side (nothing personal, of course) you may need a lift or reduction that side just to bring them up to the same level... more

A breast with an implant ages differently than a breast without an implant.

In my 20 years of experience performing breast surgery, I find that a smaller breast augmented to match the larger natural breast does not age in the same way as the larger breast without the implant. If there is a significant volume difference in your breasts after the changes related to breast feeding have resolved, I would recommend getting a reduction of the larger breast. You can then decide if you desire larger breasts and get the same size implant in both breasts... more