My photo doesn't show the true degree to which my breasts differ in size from each other but one breast is so much heavier than the other that I constantly must compensate by tightening my bra strap on that side so the larger breast doesn't hang lower than its neighbor. Shoulders and neck are so out of whack and with almost 3 yrs of breast feeding my daughter, my breasts are sagging to the point that new striations are forming. I would love evenly hanging and as perky as possible breasts.
Answer: Best way to deal w/sagging, pendulous, asymmetrical breasts? Thank you for the question and pictures. Based on your photographs and stated concerns, I think that you will benefit from breast lifting/reduction surgery. You will do best by seeking consultation with well experienced board certified plastic surgeons. Ask to see lots of examples of their work and communicate your goals clearly. If you are considering breast augmentation/lifting surgery should understand that this combination surgery is significantly more complex than either one of the procedures done separately. In other words, the combination breast augmentation / mastopexy surgery differs from breast augmentation surgery alone in that it carries increased risk compared to either breast augmentation or mastopexy surgery performed separately. Furthermore, the potential need for revisionary surgery is increased with breast augmentation / mastopexy surgery done at the same time. This revisionary rate may be as high (or higher) than 20%. Patients should be aware of this higher revisionary rate; obviously, the need for additional surgery, time off work/life considerations, and additional expenses our “factors” that should be considered before undergoing the initial operation. You may find the attached link, dedicated to breast lifting surgery concerns, helpful to you as you consider options. Best wishes.
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Answer: Best way to deal w/sagging, pendulous, asymmetrical breasts? Thank you for the question and pictures. Based on your photographs and stated concerns, I think that you will benefit from breast lifting/reduction surgery. You will do best by seeking consultation with well experienced board certified plastic surgeons. Ask to see lots of examples of their work and communicate your goals clearly. If you are considering breast augmentation/lifting surgery should understand that this combination surgery is significantly more complex than either one of the procedures done separately. In other words, the combination breast augmentation / mastopexy surgery differs from breast augmentation surgery alone in that it carries increased risk compared to either breast augmentation or mastopexy surgery performed separately. Furthermore, the potential need for revisionary surgery is increased with breast augmentation / mastopexy surgery done at the same time. This revisionary rate may be as high (or higher) than 20%. Patients should be aware of this higher revisionary rate; obviously, the need for additional surgery, time off work/life considerations, and additional expenses our “factors” that should be considered before undergoing the initial operation. You may find the attached link, dedicated to breast lifting surgery concerns, helpful to you as you consider options. Best wishes.
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Answer: Mastopexy and Reduction Based upon your photos, you appear to be an excellent candidate for mastopexy. The asymmetry is easily corrected via concurrent unilateral reduction. Alternatively, if you wanted the increased volume, rather than a reduction of the larger breast you might consider augmentation + mastopexy (with a larger implant on the smaller side).As always, discuss your concerns with a board certified plastic surgeon.
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Answer: Mastopexy and Reduction Based upon your photos, you appear to be an excellent candidate for mastopexy. The asymmetry is easily corrected via concurrent unilateral reduction. Alternatively, if you wanted the increased volume, rather than a reduction of the larger breast you might consider augmentation + mastopexy (with a larger implant on the smaller side).As always, discuss your concerns with a board certified plastic surgeon.
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December 10, 2014
Answer: Best way to deal w/sagging, pendulous, asymmetrical breasts? Thank you for your question and photos. It would be difficult to say what options you have without a physical assessment. Your plastic surgeon will take measurements and discuss breast lift and implant options with you in order to address asymmetry and drooping. All the best!
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December 10, 2014
Answer: Best way to deal w/sagging, pendulous, asymmetrical breasts? Thank you for your question and photos. It would be difficult to say what options you have without a physical assessment. Your plastic surgeon will take measurements and discuss breast lift and implant options with you in order to address asymmetry and drooping. All the best!
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October 28, 2014
Answer: Breast surgery It appears that you may benefit from a breast lift. Your asymmetry can be improved by that procedure. It will involve some scarring on the breast and around the areole. If you need more fullness and a "pushed up" look, you may also consider breast implants in addition to the lift.
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October 28, 2014
Answer: Breast surgery It appears that you may benefit from a breast lift. Your asymmetry can be improved by that procedure. It will involve some scarring on the breast and around the areole. If you need more fullness and a "pushed up" look, you may also consider breast implants in addition to the lift.
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October 27, 2014
Answer: Breast lift for asymmetrical breasts Based on reviewing your photo, I would tend to agree that a mastopexy (breast lift) would be the best way to address the breast sagginess and even asymmetry that bothers you. I that a medial pedicle technique will give you a better shape and projection than the traditional inferior pedicle. I think it is also conceivable that at some point after the breast lift, if you desire more upper pole fullness that you may decide to add a small preferably silicone gel implant which can be used to further improve upper pole fullness. This may not be necessary but it is something you should have in the back of your mind as a possibility. I would not recommend adding an implant at the time of the lift. These are all important things and options to discuss with your board certified plastic surgeon. I hope this helps.
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October 27, 2014
Answer: Breast lift for asymmetrical breasts Based on reviewing your photo, I would tend to agree that a mastopexy (breast lift) would be the best way to address the breast sagginess and even asymmetry that bothers you. I that a medial pedicle technique will give you a better shape and projection than the traditional inferior pedicle. I think it is also conceivable that at some point after the breast lift, if you desire more upper pole fullness that you may decide to add a small preferably silicone gel implant which can be used to further improve upper pole fullness. This may not be necessary but it is something you should have in the back of your mind as a possibility. I would not recommend adding an implant at the time of the lift. These are all important things and options to discuss with your board certified plastic surgeon. I hope this helps.
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