1 year post op, can symmastia be corrected with an implant reduction? (photos)

Question

I went overseas for my breast augmentation which I regret since I got symmastia from it. I also wished I went for a more natural implant size because I look too top heavy. My implant size is 350 cc high profile and it’s been a year since my procedure. Is it possible to swap my breast implants to 200cc without a lift?

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear lmaoksure,
I understand your concern. There is a chance that smaller implants will improve symmastia and you might also need pocket tightening. However, without a proper assessment, it would be difficult to determine what is wrong. It is best that you visit your plastic surgeon for further assessment or ask for a second opinion. Only after a thorough examination, you can get proper recommendations and advice.
Daniel Barrett, MDCertified, American Board of Plastic SurgeryMember, American Society of Plastic SurgeryMember, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Daniel Butz, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question. Based on your photos it should be very feasible to downsize, fit your pocket and not require a lift. Sometimes a mesh could be helpful in true symmastia situations to close off that medial pocket but a physical exam would be required to determine that. I would expect your skin to retract nicely though and not need a mastopexy or breast lift. 
Hope that helps.

Thomas A. Mustoe, MD, FACS · Answer

In your case yes . It should be very possible to go down in size 150’cc without a breast lift and allow correction of the summations. This shoukd bena straightforward procedure.

Gary M. Horndeski, MD · Answer

You will need smaller implants or explantation altogether.  This would be the best way of correcting your symmastia.  Your breasts are wider than your chest wall and they are touching in the midline.

Best Wishes,

Gary Horndeski, M.D.

Connie Hiers, MD, FACS · Answer

I agree that these implants are too large for your frame and need to be smaller. Once taken down, your surgeon can possibly tighten your medial pockets. Mesh might be needed. this can be decided in the OR.

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