Breast asymmetry is an extremely common problem for women.  Most women have some minor degree of difference in breast size or shape that presents no major cosmetic problem.  In some women the degree of unevenness can be so severe that it can be difficult to conceal with clothing and can produce not only a functional problem but also impact the woman’s self confidence.

Patients with significant breast asymmetry often present with a number of issues.  In a typical patient, one breast may be much larger and droopier (ptotic) and the opposite breast will appear smaller and rather underdeveloped.  Correction of significant breast asymmetry can be surgically challenging but very rewarding for the patient and her physician.

In simpler cases of irregularity, simple bilateral breast augmentation using a larger breast implant on the smaller breast side can nicely correct the problem.  More commonly, patients with a larger more ptotic breast on one side may require a unilateral breast lift (mastopexy) and possible breast augmentation using different size breast implants to balance out the differences in pre-operative breast size.

Women with breast asymmetry are often very self conscious of this problem.  They express problems with self confidence and intimacy in more severe cases.  Significant improvements in both size and shape can often help women regain inner confidence and simplify wardrobe issues.  Please visit Dr. Burkett’s website for more information or to schedule a consultation.

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