Can I get breast implants with congenital symmastia? (photos)

Thank you for your question and photos. I had do Breast Implants surgeries for congenital symmastia similar to your cases. Some ladies leave it be but some ladies want to fix it. You need to discuss with your doctor about your concern and expectation. So the surgeon can modify the surgery to suit your case or might add an additional procedure to fix the condition if you need.Hope this help,Dr.BoonchaiCertified board of plastic and reconstructive surgery (Thailand). International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ISAPS) Member. American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS) Member.

Thank you for sharing your question and photographs.  It is possible to have implants placed with congenital synmastia and often liposuction to the area of sternal fullness will help improve upon results.  Be sure to see an ASPS specialist for the best selection of implants.

Yes, it is possible to have a breast augmentation with congenital symmastia.  The key is to make sure that the implant width is correct - based on where the breast shape should be, not where it is with the symmastia.  That in combination with ultrasound assisted liposuction in the sternal area can make a nice difference.  Sometimes a technique  to help attach the skin down better can be  done as well.  The best thing to do is to have a few consultations with board certified plastic surgeons familiar with symmastia repair.  Please see the below link for examples.  I hope this helps.

Hi and welcome to our forum!Augmentation mammoplasty can be carried out successfully in patients with symmastia. Internal suturing can address the symmastia at the same time as augmentation as long as the implant does not have excessive width. Visit a board certified plastic surgeon for in-person evaluation and discussion.Best wishes...

I have treated a few cases of congenital symmastia with good results. Implants should not be a problem as long as they are not too big. 

Thank you for the question and pictures. Yes, it is possible to have breast augmentation surgery done despite having “congenital symmastia”. 

I have had the opportunity to help several patients with this condition; in these cases I have combined liposuction surgery of the pre sternal area with breast augmentation surgery. A second stage operation (capsulorraphy) may be helpful in improving the “definition” of the medial breast border (cleavage) if necessary. During the second stage procedure additional liposuction surgery, direct excision of tissue of the pre-sternal area, and/or the use of acellular dermal matrix has been helpful when it comes to improving the appearance of the cleavage area (and even the presence of skin tenting).

 Best wishes.

Hello. Thank you for your inquiry. 
It is possible to have breast implants, however, it may make matters worse. 
It is important to have an in-person assessment regarding your concerns as it is difficult to determine virtually.

There are many different factors that go into choosing a breast implant size which will correspond with your body dimensions while concurrently achieving your aesthetic results. Some of these factors are: Implant size (CC's), Implant profile (Low, Moderate, High), Placement of the implant (Subglandular vs. Dual Plane) etc. We utilize smooth round cohesive silicone gel 'gummy bear' implants for the best results. 

During a consultation your aesthetic goals are heard and taken into account with the measurements of your breasts and the integrity of your tissue, as well as level of ptosis (sag). From here we collectively can find your 'perfect fit'. 

You are able to try out sizers and different implants in our office such that you can get an idea of what size you would be post-operation. We also offer Crisalix 3D plastic surgery virtual simulator during our in-person and virtual consultations to preview potential results. After your consultation, you will receive your very own implant sizers to take home with you (at a small cost) whether or not you decide to go forward with your procedure.

 I usually recommend that my patients stop smoking, take vitamin C daily, and avoid aspirin/ibuprofen and vitamin E 3 weeks prior to surgery. 

I specialize in the 24-hour Recovery method which minimizes trauma to the breast and decreases pain post-operatively.

We encourage you to look at our website and Instagram (drkaraplasticsurgery) for lots of before and after pictures!

Please note that this response does not substitute patient-doctor relationship.

We welcome any and all patients seeking advice to come in for a complimentary consultation available for limited time only.

During the COVID-19, we are offering complimentary online consultations as well as in-office consultation with social distancing and masks. Procedure done in-hospital private surgical facility while taking covid-19 precautions. We utilize UV-light to clean the air of viruses and bacteria during our consultations and surgery.

We invite you to come in to discuss your options more thoroughly.  Please send us an email at info@drkaraplasticsurgery.com with the subject line: "Attention Meagan" and we will be happy to coordinate your appointment!

M.Kara,MD,FRCSC (27+ years experience)

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