Breast Asymmetry

Breast asymmetry correction is performed with local or general anesthesia, depending on the needs of your procedure and your personal preferences. Our experienced surgeons can perform one or a combination of the following procedures to correct asymmetrical breasts and achieve optimal results:

Breast Reduction 

A breast reduction surgery for asymmetrical breasts may involve reducing the size of your larger breast to match the other. Alternatively, both breasts may be reduced to the same size. During this procedure, your surgeon may remove excess fat, skin, and glandular tissue to alter the size and shape of one or both breasts.

Breast Augmentation

If you wish to increase the size of your smaller breast to be equivalent to the size of your other breast, your surgeon may perform a breast augmentation with implants or fat transfer. During a breast implant procedure, your physician will place an implant that closely mimics your other breast. You may also choose two different-sized implants to make both breasts larger. During your consultation, we will help you determine which breast implants are best for you.

During a fat transfer, your surgeon uses liposuction to extract unwanted fat from selected areas of your body. Popular areas to remove fat from include the hips, abdomen, and thighs. Your surgeon will purify your fat cells and then inject them into your smaller breast to increase its volume.

Breast asymmetry can also result from problems with the shape of the chest wall. Pectus carinatum, or “pigeon chest,” is when the ribs or breastbone protrude more than normal. If the sternum is indented or caved in, it’s known as pectus excavatum. These chest wall deformities may need to be surgically corrected if they cause physical problems. A silicone implant, similar to a breast implant, may benefit patients unhappy with the appearance of pectus excavatum.

Breast Lift

You may pair your breast reduction or breast augmentation procedure with a breast lift to achieve the best results. A breast lift improves the position of a drooping breast for a uniform location, balance, and shape. During a breast lift, your surgeon removes excess skin and tightens breast tissue to achieve firmer, youthful-looking breasts.

If you have asymmetrical areolas or inverted nipples, nipple correction can be included as a part of any breast surgery.