I have been uncomfortable with my breasts all my life. They've always been on the small side but they are tuberous. When I got pregnant and subsequently had my daughter, they got much bigger, which only worsened my insecurities. I am interested in having them corrected but I don't really want big breasts. I'm only interested in having an A cup. So my two questions are, (1) can they be fixed without implants and (2) will fixing them now hinder my ability to breastfeed in the future?
September 16, 2016
Answer: Tuberous breasts and implants Tuberous breasts range along a spectrum of characteristics, and treating them is not a "one size fits all". Every patient has different anatomy and different desires for a surgical outcome, so a unique plan must be set for each patient. Some patients may benefit from implants while others may not. Similarly, different surgical approaches carry different risks, including whether there may be an impact on breastfeeding. An in-person consultation will best address your concerns. In order to get a qualified, expert opinion on your surgical options and expectations visit a plastic surgeon certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery.
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September 16, 2016
Answer: Tuberous breasts and implants Tuberous breasts range along a spectrum of characteristics, and treating them is not a "one size fits all". Every patient has different anatomy and different desires for a surgical outcome, so a unique plan must be set for each patient. Some patients may benefit from implants while others may not. Similarly, different surgical approaches carry different risks, including whether there may be an impact on breastfeeding. An in-person consultation will best address your concerns. In order to get a qualified, expert opinion on your surgical options and expectations visit a plastic surgeon certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery.
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September 16, 2016
Answer: Tuber breasts without implants Thanks for your question. No, you do not need to have implants to correct a tuberous breast. A photo would be helpful to guide you, because the degree of laxity will dictate how to change the shape of the breast. I often find patients are confused about what is a tuberous breast and what is a constricted breast as well. Sometimes a periolar lift will be enough,sometimes a full mastopexy is required to change the shape of the breast. In the example I've attached the patient had a full lift to reshape the breasts. If she wanted an implant she is a good candidate (now), but that was not her goal.If you are a candidate for any lift, breast feeding could be affected, but the risk is generally low because lifts take place in the superficial layers of the breast usually above the structures that allow breast feeding.I hope this has helped.
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September 16, 2016
Answer: Tuber breasts without implants Thanks for your question. No, you do not need to have implants to correct a tuberous breast. A photo would be helpful to guide you, because the degree of laxity will dictate how to change the shape of the breast. I often find patients are confused about what is a tuberous breast and what is a constricted breast as well. Sometimes a periolar lift will be enough,sometimes a full mastopexy is required to change the shape of the breast. In the example I've attached the patient had a full lift to reshape the breasts. If she wanted an implant she is a good candidate (now), but that was not her goal.If you are a candidate for any lift, breast feeding could be affected, but the risk is generally low because lifts take place in the superficial layers of the breast usually above the structures that allow breast feeding.I hope this has helped.
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