Can Asymmetry after breast reduction be corrected? (photo)

Hi. I am sorry you are unhappy with your breast reduction experience. Breast asymmetry after breast reduction can be corrected. Breast reduction revision might include further reduction of the larger side, or fat grafting to the smaller side to improve any size discrepancies. Nipple position on the areola and nipple position can also be improved.

Thanks for your question! You are still very early in the post-op period. Things will likely begin to even out as they settle and heal. Please be patient and chat with your plastic surgeon about any concerns. Good luck!

Thank you for your questions and photos! Yes, correcting asymmetry is possible, however you will have to match the smaller breast size. I would reach out to your surgeon and discuss your concerns with your breasts. Best of luck!

Thank you for your query. It appears that your breast reduction is relatively recent. There will be settling down of tissues for upto one year. Some fat injections or micro liposuctions can equalise the volumes and scar revisions, if needed at the end of one year, can also improve the rest of your contours. Please find a board certified Plastic surgeon near you ,if you want a second opinion, and have all your concerns after a thorough history and examination. All the best!

Hello @sneakers85, thank you for your question. Having breast reconstruction can improve aspects such as uniformity in the height and centeredness of the nipples. After surgery, it can take up to a year for you to fully recover from the breast reduction and to have a revision. To determine what the best course of action is, a personalized consultation is required, in which all aspects are considered. Best wishes! Alan Gonzalez MD, FACS. American Society of Plastic Surgery Member (ASPS), International Federation for Adipose Therapeutics and Science” Member (IFATS), Colombian Society of Plastic Surgery member (SCCP)

Dear sneakers85,
I understand your concern. However, without a proper assessment, it would be difficult to determine what went wrong. It is best that you visit your plastic surgeon for further assessment or ask for a second opinion. Only after a thorough examination, you can get proper recommendations and advice.
Daniel Barrett, MD
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

I do quite a bit of revision breast surgery and these problems can be fixed with some limitations. The right breast can be made smaller to match the left or fat grafting can be done to the left to make it match the right in terms of size. The areolas will have to be reduced in size in order to re-position the nipple more in the center of the areola. Finally the areolas can be brought closer to the middle of the breasts rather than the side. Closer symmetry of the breasts can be achieved with a revision breast reduction.

The lower areola can be lifted and more tissue can be removed from the larger breast or fat added to the smaller breast. You would need to be at least 6 months from surgery before considering any revision since swelling is still present.

Yes, you can expect some improvement in your concerns with a revision. It will take another surgery in order to address these issues. See a board certified plastic surgeon near you to learn more.