Does these pictures look like I may have symmastia? (Photo)

Question

I had breast augmentation with 500cc implants 2 years ago, May 2016.

William S. Umansky, MD · Answer

I am sorry to hear about your concerns. It is difficult to fully assess your case without in-person evaluation or seeing any pre-operative photos. Your implants do appear to be sitting relatively close to one another with the nipples pointing outward. However, it is possible that this could be a result of your natural anatomy. If indeed you do have symmastia, it can be corrected with a revision procedure. I recommend reaching out to your surgeon to discuss these concerns, as he or she is be equipped to answer questions regarding your particular case.

Yannis Alexandrides, MD, FACS · Answer

From the pictures it does not look like you have symmastia, however I see that your breasts are very close to the mid line of the chest which is causing this effect.

Aldo Guerra, MD · Answer

I appreciate you bringing up the important subject about your breast possibly coming together in the middle of the chest. The photos do not demonstrate that you have symmastia. However, this diagnosis is a clinical diagnosis and you should be carefully examined by a plastic surgeon. The fact that you got 500 mL breast implants put you at high risk of having this condition, but I do not see any evidence of in the photographs.

Francis Johns, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question.Based on the photos, you do not have symmastia. The implants are positioned closed together, this way be based on your anatomy. I would discuss this with your surgeon and see if they feel there is anything that can improve your result. Good luck.

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear kayytem,Symmastia is a rare breast condition that occurs when soft web-like breast tissue pulls breast implants towards each other, until the breasts meet uncomfortably at the center of the chest near the sternum (the body’s midline point). Given this abnormal union, symmastia is known by many other names, including breadloafing, kissing breast implants, and the uniboob.Unfortunately, this condition causes the surrounding skin and pectoral muscles to literally lift off the breast bone as the implants are pulled together. This consequently causes pain and discomfort, as well as obvious distortion of the breasts, which can only be disguised with clothing that does not show cleavage.You should consult with a board certified plastic surgeon for proper assessment. Only after a thorough examination you will get more information and recommendations.Daniel Barrett, MD
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Does these pictures look like I may have symmastia? (Photo)

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