Do I have a very mild case of congenital symmastia? (Photos)

Question

I just learned about congenital symmastia and am wondering if I have a mild case of it. I do have cleavage, but not to the degree other women do. And while it's not much, there's definitely fleshiness in-between my breasts (most notably in the area underneath my fingers in the second picture). I also notice underwire bras never seem to fully cover all of my breast in the center. I'll admit I'm not interested in plastic surgery, just curious. Thank you for your time.

Vishnu Rumalla, MD · Answer

Thanks for your inquiry and picture and I agree you have some features of congenital symmastia, hope that answers your question.

Ted Eisenberg, DO, FACOS, FAACS · Answer

Everybody has slightly different shapes, sizes, and cleavage of breasts. No need to do anything. You should be aware that the milk of pregnancy or significant weight change could change your breasts in the future and that's normal too.
Dr. Ted Eisenberg, Board Certified Plastic Surgeon and Author. RealSelf Distinguished Hall of Fame Inductee. Philadelphia, Pa., USA

Casey Anderson, MD, FACS · Answer

No, you do not have congenital symmastia. You have very normal appearing breasts. You are actually better off than most women who come in for consultation. Congrats!! I agree - no surgery needed.

Gary M. Horndeski, MD · Answer

Your breasts appear quite large, heavy, have dislocated inferiorly and laterally. Your nipples are pointing outward and this is putting tension medially. If you are considering surgery, the technique I recommend is The Bellesoma Method. This will reshape your breast tissue creating upper pole fullness without implants, elevate them 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. This technique will eliminate the bridging you are complaining of in your photographs.

Best Wishes,

Gary Horndeski, M.D.

Best Wishes,

Gary Horndeski, M.D.

Donald R. Revis Jr, MD · Answer

Good afternoon!
Yes you have a very mild congenital synmastia, which is basically some extra soft tissue over the midline, which makes it a little "squishy." There's actually nothing wrong, but it can be addressed if you wish during augmentation surgery.

Kenneth Hughes, MD · Answer

Hello, thank you for your question. Based on your photos it does not seem that yo have congenital symmastia.

Keith Hodge, MD · Answer

You appear to have completely normal breasts. You also happen to be blessed with natural cleavage that most women would absolutely love to have!!

Jonathan Saunders, MD · Answer

absolutely not ..........................................................................................

Nelson Castillo, MD · Answer

Thank you for sharing your question and photographs.  It does not appear that you have symmastia but rather narrow cleavage.  Hope this helps.

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear Ihaveboobsyup,
it is hard to tell for sure without an examination. If you are considering a surgery, I would suggest you to consult a board-certified plastic surgeon. 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