Bilateral Breast Augmentation for Asymmetrical Breasts

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Breast asymmetry is actually very common, it just is not something that is often discussed among friends. We always say to consider your breasts to be sisters rather than twins and many celebrities such as Kiera Knightly and Jennifer Lawrence have opened up about having uneven breasts themselves. Kiera even posed topless for photographer Patrick Demarchelier for Interview magazine, which we believe helped to open up the discussion around what a ‘perfect’ set of boobs should look like.

What causes breast asymmetry?

There are several reasons why you may be experiencing asymmetrical breasts which include;

Standard Anatomic Variations

As we mentioned above, it would be unreasonable to expect everything on our body to be symmetrical because in most cases they are not. If you wanted to spend the time measuring every part of your body we are certain you would find an arm or leg slightly longer than the other or even one eyebrow that is a different size or shape to the other – this is normal and as long as it is not affecting your ability to do anything then it is not anything to worry about.

Hormonal/Puberty

Hormones can play a big part on the size and shape of our breasts, you may notice changes in size during your monthly cycle and during puberty it may have been the case that changes in hormones caused one breast to grow slightly faster than the other. Again, this is usually nothing to be concerned about and it totally normal.

Poland Syndrome

This is a known cause for asymmetric breasts and even chests in male patients too. Poland Syndrome is quite rare and is characterized by the underdevelopment or reduction in the size of one of your breasts, rib cage and underlying muscle on one side of your body. Poland Syndrome is present at birth and it is thought to be down to the lack of blood supply to the breast area during development. It most commonly affects the right side of the body, and is both more common and visible in males because females have increased breast development compared to the male chest development. It is unlikely that your breast asymmetry is caused by this, especially if you are not already aware that you have Poland Syndrome and the cause of most breast asymmetry is unfortunately unknown.

Tuberous Breasts

Another type of breast abnormality is tuberous breasts. This condition can affect both or sometimes just one breast causing breast asymmetry too. Tuberous breasts are a common condition but its severity between patients can differ. If you have tuberous breasts, your breast will have a narrow base which is quite tight and a high crease which causes your breast to take on a tube-like appearance and be elongated.

Other Breast Asymmetry Causes

Usually, if you are experiencing a form of breast asymmetry this will have been present since you first started to develop breasts. If you have previously had breasts that were the same size and now all of a sudden it is visible that they are not then it may be worth checking with your GP first. Sudden changes to the size, shape, and appearance of your breast once you are past puberty could be a symptom of breast cancer that is best to get checked out.

How Breast Asymmetry can impact you

We see a lot of patients who have breast asymmetry who often comment on how they have found growing up amongst their peers quite difficult knowing that their breasts are uneven compared to those of their friends. Many have had feelings of distress and embarrassment and have dedicated a large amount of time and effort to hide their asymmetry from others by not wearing certain styles of clothing or altering their bras to try and give the appearance of a symmetrical bust.

Here at The Private Clinic, we find breast asymmetry correction a really rewarding procedure knowing that we have been able to make our patients feel better about themselves and have dramatically improved their quality of life.

What does asymmetric breast surgery involve?

Breast Asymmetry Surgery will vary from patient to patient and can include one of more of the following procedures;

Unilateral breast reduction of your larger breast
Unilateral breast enlargement of your smaller breast
Breast uplift (mastopexy) on one or both of your breasts to raise the position of the nipple
Different sized implants to even out the size of both breasts

In the majority of cases a combination of the above procedures will be recommended to increase the symmetry of your bust, for example a breast lift with enlargement.

Breast Asymmetry Before and After Photos

See more breast asymmetry correction before and after results here.

2 Stage Breast Asymmetry Procedure

Each patients breast asymmetry treatment plan is likely to be different. In some cases, it may be recommended that your surgery is performed as a 2 stage procedure.

A 2 Stage procedure involves correcting your asymmetry first via a reduction or uplift for example. A few months after that initial operation, you will be booked in for breast enlargement surgery to increase the size, if that is what you want. The two stage procedure is designed so there is no additional pressure on the breast from the implant whilst they are healing from the reduction/uplift and interestingly, some patients choose not to go ahead with the second procedure as they are pleased with the results from the first procedure whilst previously they were convinced that they needed implants to complete their procedure.

Patient Testimonials

“For me I only ever had one surgeon in mind. Adrian Richards is the only specialist I have seen in correcting breasts as severely deformed as mine. I would never have thought of anyone else. I have been looking at breast correction in detail for around 6 years – however fully researching consultants for about 2 years. I have followed him closely and his patient’s reviews, photos and videos and cannot think of anyone more suitable to trust with my body. I’m just so happy with everything. From start to finish Aurora Clinics part of The Private Clinic have been amazing, what a fantastic company they’re running, every person along the way has been so so helpful at all stages. And for my breasts to have turned out this way is something I never even dreamed of. They’re perfect!”
Rachel

Why choose The Private Clinic for Breast Asymmetry Correction Surgery?

Highly experienced Cosmetic Surgeons who have years of experience in Breast Asymmetry Correction.
We have a 24 hour patient helpline to ensure you are always in the best of hands.
As many post-operative care and appointments with your surgeon and nursing team as required.
Comprehensive Patient Guides and information about breast asymmetry procedures.
Outstanding hospital facilities.
Our excellent reputation for patient safety, satisfaction, honest advice and outstanding care means your journey with The Private Clinic will be an exciting experience to a new found shape.
Giving you the best results and patient care is our priority we have a 5-star Trust Pilot rating.
View our breast asymmetry before and after photos.
Read our extensive breast asymmetry FAQs.

Breast Asymmetry Surgeons

Mr Adrian Richards, Consultant Plastic Surgeon, MBBS, MSc, FRCS (Plast.), GMC Number: 3286812
Mr Davood Fallahdar, MD&Surg (Hons), FRCS (Eng), Chir Plast (Hons), MicroSurg (Hons), ORL (H&N) GMC Number: 4686602
Mr Dario Rochira, BS, MD. GMC Number : 6130664
Mr William Van Niekerk, MB ChB, MSc, MRCS, FRCS (Plast), FCMI, RAF (qs). GMC Number: 4362791
Mr Maisam Fazel, MA(Cantab), MB BChir, MSEd, FRCS. GMC Number : 4767420
Mr Giuseppe Di Taranto, MD. GMC Number: 7614248
Sandip Hindocha – Consultant Aesthetic Plastic Surgeon, MD, MPhil, MBChB, MRCS, MFFLM, FRCS (Plast). GMC Number: 6122218
Mr George Samouris, MD. GMC Number: 7064009