My breasts are completely different sizes. Will I have to do this again? Heartbroken (Photo)

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Implant pocket was supposed to be dropped enough to match the other side. This is my 5th breast surgery in 12 years having to correct, exchange and everything else. I am so utterly heart broken. I haven’t gotten to enjoy my breasts, I haven’t been intimate, no beach no bathing suit. And after all this time, they still end up not right. The pocket is still sutured too high, making my breasts completely different sizes, one is very full and fluffed, the other is drooping and not low. What do I do ?

Paul E. Chasan, MD, FACS · Answer

Thank you for your question. Unfortunately, there is no easy fix. Many years ago, I pioneered a technique specifically for patients like you termed "Reductive Augmentation. This involves an internal bra-capsulorrhaphy, revision of the mastopexy-lift, and excision of the lower pole breast tissue. It is best suited for those patients who have significant asymmetry in amount of breast volume. You should be able to have a beautiful appearing breast with this technique. Best wishes to you.

Gary M. Horndeski, MD · Answer

At this time, I recommend explantation and lift with Bellesoma Method.  The implants are removed, your breast tissue is reshaped creating upper pole fullness, elevated higher on the chest wall and more medial to increase your cleavage.  Vertical scars are avoided, nipple sensation (in 95%) and the ability to breast feed are maintained if not injured during your previous surgery.  Later, fat transfers can be performed if additional volume is desired.

Best Wishes,

Gary Horndeski, M.D.

Connie Hiers, MD, FACS · Answer

I am so sorry that your are having such issues. However, your implants are too large and heavy for you and you may not be able to get everything settled completely even with these size implants. Go smaller and have a lift.

Darryl J. Blinski, MD · Answer

Based on your only one post of photo appears to be a symmetry of size and levels of the breast? Impossible to respond unless doing a virtual consultation. Best response is you will need another surgery or two surgeries to address your situation. Please do virtual.

My breasts are completely different sizes. Will I have to do this again? Heartbroken (Photo)

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