I had a BL with 450cc and boobs are different, PS said it's my body? (Photos)

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I had a BL with 450cc I did have a complication and lost my left nipple. However, my breast seemed to totally different sizes before I had the procedure. My right one was a little bit bigger than my left but now it just seems to be getting worse. My left seems to be getting smaller and higher and right lower. I spoke with my ps back in may he said it was my body. I love my ps so I dont want to make him angry but it really bothers me. Surgery was 03/23. Top photo nov 9 bottom is nov 25

Gerald Minniti, MD, FACS · Answer

Well, technically he's right, it's YOUR breasts that are asymmetric after the surgery, but the cause is still the surgeon. Patients start out with asymmetries all the time and it's our job to get it right. And when we don't, we need to address it, and if the patient consents, allow us to fix it. Don't worry, the fix is easy and would require trimming more skin and tissue from the larger and more ptotic breast. Overall, the surgeon did a nice job even though. However, the fact that he/she placed blame on you gives me a sour taste in my mouth. Dishonesty is the worst quality in a physician (in everyone?), and you should consider going to another.

Gary M. Horndeski, MD · Answer

450 cc implants weigh 1 lb each.  If you had a breast lift then your breasts have drooped from the mechanical weight of the implants.  Your breasts are wider than the chest wall which leads to mechanical instability.  For more long term results, I recommend smaller implants and a revision of the breast lift.

Best Wishes,

Gary Horndeski, M.D.

John L. Burns Jr., MD · Answer

You might want to downsize your implants as they are likely putting too much weight on the lower pole of your breasts.  The right side appears to be displaced in the inferior and lateral orientation.  A revision with a smaller implant and mesh, Galaflex or Durasorb, support is what I'd recommend.

Ronald J. Edelson, MD · Answer

It’s not unusual to need a revision for a lift with implants. The larger breast just needs to be tightened a bit. Your nipples are fine

Connie Hiers, MD, FACS · Answer

If you were uneven before breast implants and both got the same size, you will still be uneven, but more noticeable since you have larger breasts.  So, yes, you are uneven slightly, but many women are. If you are concerned, ask your surgeon to make the larger one a bit smaller.  Otherwise, enjoy your new look. Others will not notice much difference, and men will just be happy to see the girls.

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