Do photos make asymmetry look worse?

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I had breast implants placed in 1999 and explanted with a full anchor lift this past april. I have always been asymmetric before implants, post implants and post explantation. I know that won't change and I am very happy with my natural breasts. When I look at my breasts in the mirror I notice minor asymmetry, but when I take a photo they seem to look very asymmetric. Can a photo make asymmetry look worse in your opinion? Thanks doctors

Harry T. Haramis, MD, FACS · Answer

Everyone is asymmetric with left to right differences in every body part. No one has completely even breasts, especially without a bra or clothing. Minor differences are usually not noticed looking in the mirror, etc but can be seen in photos.  That's why they are important pre and post op.rest assured, follow up with your plastic surgeon as needed.

Michael J. Weinberg, MD · Answer

Thanks for this question.I know what you mean as this is a frequent comment from patients.Photos don't make you look worse they are actually objective ie true. They are the best way to look at yourself objectively and assess the way you looked before the procedure and after it.

Tania Medina de Garcia, MD · Answer

Hello
dear, thanks for your question and provided information as well..
The breasts may lose their elasticity and firmness which can be caused by
different factors such as pregnancy, massive weight loss, lactation and aging.
To reaffirm the breasts and restore the natural look your surgeon can perform a
mastopexy or breast lift. A breast lift
restores a firmer, perkier, and more aesthetically pleasing shape to sagging
breasts. This not only can improve a patient’s appearance by restoring her
youthful, feminine proportions, but  also help bras and swimsuits fit
more comfortably and attractively. By removing excess, stretched out skin,
reshaping the breast tissue, and raising the nipple & areola into a more
forward position, a cosmetic surgeon can create a more youthful breast
contour. Stretched, large areolae can also be reduced during breast
lift surgery, creating an overall better proportioned, natural looking breast, Actually
the perkiness on a person or another, depends on patients skin and breast
tissue, hugs!

Steven Wallach, MD · Answer

I think that when one looks at photos, asymmetries are sometimes better appreciated.  Lighting and angles can also play into it.

Robert L. Kraft, MD, FACS · Answer

Photos do not change the change the reality but they may make it more apparent to you than on direct examination.  Perception is everything. Some asymmetry is to be expected in everyone. So long as you are satisfied with the outcome, that is the important thing.

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