One breast higher than the other breast - is it too late to tell my plastic surgeon?

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I have a breast augmentation already scheduled, but today I noticed that I have one breast higher than the other, my PS never mentioned this on my consultation, if I tell her on my surgery date while she is making the marking before surgery, will she still fix it or it's too late? I don't want to have one breast higher than the other.

Brian K. Reedy, MD · Answer

Hi & thanks for your question.
Your surgeon most likely saw the difference in your breasts. To put your mind at ease I would reach out to your surgeon with your concerns. Best wishes!

Irena Karanetz, MD · Answer

Hello, 
And thank you for the question.
The majority of women have some underlying breast asymmetry which is important to identify prior to undergoing breast augmentation surgery. Sometimes, for very significant asymmetry, different size implants can be used to correct it and to make the breasts more symmetric. 
I suggest that you discuss your questions and concerns with your Plastic Surgeon.
I hope this helps.Good luck!
Dr. Irena KaranetzBreast Fellowship-TrainedBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon

Camille Cash, MD · Answer

It is very common for one breast to be slightly higher than the other.  If your surgeon examined you during your consultation this would have been noted.  It may be that the difference is within what is considered normal limits, so it wasn't discussed.  It would also be noticeable during pre op photos.  I encourage you to talk to your surgeon about your concerns.  It's important that you feel comfortable and confident as you prepare for your surgery.

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear susuuuuuu,
your surgeon will probably notice it but if you are concerned, you can discuss it with your surgeon. Breast asymmetry can be corrected during surgery. 
Daniel Barrett, MD
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Derek Fletcher, MD · Answer

Without photos it's difficult to say. However, differences in breast footprint position are very common. Balancing the inframammary fold (breast crease) is a frequently performed component of a well-executed breast augmentation.

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