Asymmetrical breasts due to Breast Reduction

Dear 29Forever, I am sorry to hear that you are unhappy with your breast reduction surgery. Symmetry issues are almost always present before breast reductions and it is hoped that the reduction result improves breast symmetry. There are methods available to adjust nipple position, revise scars and improve the... more

Hi there, There are board certified plastic surgeons with vast experience in management of complicated breast issues and secondary surgery. You should look for board certification, and (ideally) an extra year of training (called a fellowship) in breast surgery. Many doctors frequently manage difficult... more

Asymmetry is always a concern and a possibility when operating on bilateral structures whether it be ears, nostrils or eyes. Breasts are the same. A little asymmetry may, and often, should be tolerated. The more you reduce, the more asymmetry expected. For example, if you have 750 cc. breasts that you reduce... more

The asymmetry you describe can certainly be improved. Most board certified Plastic surgeons who have a large breast practice could help. I would ask around; nurses, primary care physicians, anesthesiologists in your area who they would go to.

There are many talented surgeons who are capable of providing revision procedures for you. Meet a few, evaluate their proposed plan, and your instincts will tell you who is right.  It's wise to choose a board certified plastic surgeon that has a lot of experience with breast work. I know this is a bland... more

To 29Forever, Hi! Asymmetry after breast reduction is not so uncommon. Go to a board certified plastic surgeon who does a lot of breast reductions. Ask to see lots of before and after pictures and ask to talk to a couple of his patients. Then get a second opinion. I should tell you that, in general, lowering... more

A nipple placed too high can be a difficult problem. To lower the nipple requires making an incision above the new nipple location. It is easier to raise a low nipple than to lower a high one. It is important that you get advice from an experienced plastic surgeon, ask for a referral from a trusted friend... more

I am sorry to hear you did not have a good experience with your initial surgery.  Hopefully, you have experienced a reduction in back, neck and shoulder pain following your surgery. My advice would be to return to your original surgeon with your concerns and discuss what solutions he may have.  If... more

First of all, you need a different doctor.  A Board Certified Plastic Surgeon with an excellent eye for symmetry and a talent for sculpting wouldn't have left you with this result unless something went wrong during your healing.  There are many excellent real plastic surgeons in Florida but... more

Hello, It sounds like your breast skin envelope needs to be re-designed, and you might have had too much or too little tissue removed. This is not common but can be fixed. The repair may be much less complicated than you think. It is likely that you need not redo the whole breast reduction to improve this.