Do I Need to See a Specialist for my Tuberous Breast Augmentation?

I have consulted with and put non-refundable money down with a doctor who is a fully trained General Surgeon and Board Certified Plastic Surgeon. He has performed quite a few augmentations. However, after discovering that I have tuberous breasts with asymmetry, and that this takes some additional skill to treat, I am wondering, do I need to see a surgeon who specializes in this? Or should my doctor be capable of handling this?

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Tuberous breast augmentation

These days, lots of different people place breast implants in women. Although they should all be seeing qualified, board-certified plastic surgeons, your situation is one in which that is especially important. The complexity of your situation is one that is not easily grasped by many surgeons, so be sure you see one who knows how to handle your specific case.

Specialist for tuberous breast augmentation

Board certification in general surgery and plastic surgery shows your prospective surgeon did not take any shortcuts in his or her training. Usually treatment of a tuberous breast in our practice Involves some treatment of the areola, and special implants and careful measurement. You should talk to several doctors and, in experienced hands, you will usually hear the same advice.

Tuberous Breasts and Augmentation

FFM in Minneapolis: As you have read from my colleagues, board certification is a good start. Experience with this issue is very important as well. Augmentation alone is appropriate in some cases and correction of the tuberosity is needed in others. I would also suggest asking to speak to patients of this surgeon to discuss their outcomes. Getting a second or even a third opinion is also a good idea. We have a large base of experience performing augmentations on women with various... more

Tuberous breast specialist

The correction of a significant tuberous breast deformity is certainly one of the more challenging cases that those of us who perform breast surgery encounter. It is the type of case that having a lot of experience particularly seeing results over time , allows us to refine our technique to ensure the best result possible. If properly carried out a very attractive and natural appearing breast can be achieved in one operation. Just discuss things with your surgeon to see if he is... more

Tuberous breast shape

You have both tuberous breast shaped breasts as well as two different sized breasts. A good Plastic Surgeon who is board certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery, and possibly even a member of the Aesthetic Society of Plastic Surgery should have the qualifications to perform this surgery for you, but always get several opinions before you make any decisions about this. I have had many patients with this shape difference, and I know you can have a good result ... more

Tuberous breasts and breast augmentation

Many patients considering breast augmentation are seeking to not only enhance the volume of their breasts, but to also enhance the shape and/or improve the symmetry of their breasts. Essentially all breast shape and symmetry issues can be improved during breast augmentation, and with most of them it is possible to make significant improvements and produce an aesthetically desirable breast profile. Accurate preoperative evaluation, appropriate surgical planning and attention to detail during... more

Michael Law, MD

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Raleigh-Durham Plastic Surgeon

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Tuberous breasts

Tuberous breasts do require a more intricate surgery then a straight forward breast augmentation. Your procedure is not only needed to increase the volume of the breasts, but also to change the shape for symmetry and aesthetic purposes. I would recommend speaking with your current PS. It is reasonable to ask him/her how many of these they have performed in their careers and to request before and after photos. If you are not satisfied, I recommend going to other... more

Tuberous Breasts - Experience, experience, experience.

Board certified, experience, many, many examples that can be shown to you of the surgeons experience with similar cases. These are all base line requirements. What I will say is in my hands many times it is an initial breast augmentation with release of fibrous bands within the breast tissue that is the first step. One must be careful not to be over zealous in this maneuver as loss of nipple sensation can be a consequence. I do think going for symmetry in an initial procedure is... more

Difficult cases need experienced surgeons

Tuberous breast deformity is a tough problem and requires a carefully planned approach. Even with the best planning and execution, you can still wind up requiring multiple operations. Be sure you choose someone who has done this type of surgery before and is able to handle the problems that can arise from this type of operation.

Jay Calvert, MD

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Beverly Hills Plastic Surgeon

Experience counts with breast asymmetry

Complex breast issues are within the scope of board certified plastic surgeons from a training perspective. You should look at photos from each plastic surgeon you consult with and be prepared for secondary surgeries/touch ups which are not unusual with asymmetrical breasts. If possible, speak with their patients about the overall experience with the surgeon and then choose the one you are most comfortable with. Good luck!