Significant Asymmetry After Breast Augmentation? (photo)

I had breast augmentation 22 days ago. I am so sad that one breast is significantly lower than the other. It is also bigger. Nipples are uneven. Will it be even out after time?How long should I expect it to happen? As shown in the pic, its about 0.5inch different between two breasts! I was told that implants need time to settle but however, I feel it is too much asymmetric to be even out after time. I want to know your ideas bout this. Thank for all your kind answers.

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3 Doctor Answers | Asked by Helena TX

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Asymmetry after breast augmentation

Asymmetry after breast augmentation is quite common. During the first 3 weeks after this operation, the 2 sides frequently act like different operations had occurred on each side. Swelling and pain is almost always uneven even though a surgeon would swear he had done nothing different on one side than the other. Allowing 2-3 months for this to settle is the best plan. It would be interesting to see your preoperative pictures because you look larger on the pictures on your... more

Breast Asymmetry

I would recommend that you wait at least 3 months to allow the swelling to subside and the implants to completely settle before considering any revisions. You may have swelling contributing to your asymmetric appearance at this time.

Donald Griffin, MD

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Nashville Plastic Surgeon

Breast Asymmetry after Breast Augmentation?

Thank you for the question and pictures. As you know, it is much too early to evaluate the results of surgery. Personally, I have seen breast asymmetry similar to yours “even out” with time. This may take several months ( and even up to one year). I would suggest that you consider follow-up with your plastic surgeon and try to be as patient as possible during this process. Best wishes.