Can I fix my uneven cleavage? (photo)

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I am 8 mos post-op w L breast cleavage higher vs R. I feel it is very noticable in bathing suits and any tops that show cleavage.Also when I lay on my back L breast sits higher where as R breast pulls slightly down toward my side.Would decreasing L side by 50cc help?No capsular contracture present.I would appreciate any thoughts on the topic.Thanks.

Christopher J. Davidson, MD, FACS · Answer

I think that from what I see that you have a very good result.  You start with some asymmetry that continues.

John Paletta, MD · Answer

I would be very careful!  You have a very nice result. Are you willing to risk your result to correct the asymmetry?  We all have asymmetry before surgery and we will all have it after surgery.I'm not sure a 50 cc change will help, it looks to me that if the left pocket was made slightly wider the left implant would not be as high.  However capsular contracture can also do this and it may not be unreasonable to try a course of accolate.

Raffy Karamanoukian, MD, FACS · Answer

Preoperative asymmetry may often manifest in postoperative asymmetry.  Some minor procedures can be performed to improve symmetry in your case. Raffy Karamanoukian MD FACSLos Angeles

Steve Laverson, MD, FACS · Answer

Yes, your situation can be improved, but keep in mind, perfection is an elusive goal, and subjective.

Steven Wallach, MD · Answer

Your asymmetry was present before surgery as it is in everyone. The implants can magnify it a bit and that is what happened.  You have nice results with some volume asymmetry.  Perfection is also the enemy of good, and going back to "do more or try to make better' may make it worse.

Can I fix my uneven cleavage? (photo)

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