It’s normal to have slight asymmetry in your breasts – in fact, the human body as a whole is never perfectly symmetrical. However, if one of your breasts is noticeably larger than the other, such as from a genetic or developmental defect, or from breast cancer treatment, it’s understandable to be bothered by the appearance. It can make shopping for bras and other clothing difficult, and you may even have a low self-image because of it. Fortunately, breast augmentation surgery is one way to fix noticeable breast asymmetry, especially when performed by a skilled and knowledgeable cosmetic surgeon. Here’s what to know about breast augmentation for asymmetry here at Modern Surgical Arts of Denver.
What is Breast Augmentation?
Many people are familiar with breast augmentation for its ability to enhance the size and projection of the breasts. It does this by inserting medical-grade implants to create a new breast profile. Breast augmentation is one of the most popular cosmetic surgical procedures performed each year by plastic and cosmetic surgeons, and it offers many benefits – especially to women who feel resigned to having noticeably uneven breasts.
What Types of Implants Are Available?
Each implant type has its benefits and Dr. Kamran Dastoury can help you select the right one for your preferences and needs. Breast augmentation offers two different types of implants. The first is saline breast implants, which are a silicone shell filled with sterile saline. Implant insertion can be done using a smaller incision, and if they rupture, the saline is simply absorbed into the body. The second type is silicone gel implants, which are a silicone shell filled with silicone gel. Silicone breast implants can feel more natural but require closer monitoring for any ruptures (such as breast imaging) since the silicone simply remains in the breast tissue pocket. Gummy bear implants are a new type of silicone implant that contains a cohesive silicone gel, meaning they maintain their shape (like a gummy bear).
Other implant choices are available, such as round breast implants and textured breast implants (also called shaped implants). Certain implants come with slightly higher risk factors, such as breast implant illness, capsular contracture (excess scar tissue), and anaplastic large cell lymphoma. Dr. Dastoury will help you review the latest information about the risks and make an informed decision.
Can Only One Implant Be Used?
While breast augmentation normally addresses both breasts, it’s possible to only use one implant to make the breasts similar in size. It can enhance breast volume on the smaller side so both breasts appear the same size (the natural size of the larger one). It’s also possible to use two different implant sizes if you want the overall result to be larger – Dr. Dastoury can use one larger implant to compensate for the smaller breast while using a smaller implant in the larger breast. In short, it’s possible to adjust your breast size to your ideal look using one implant or two different implants.
Breast Augmentation and Breast Reduction for Asymmetrical Breasts
Another type of breast implant surgery is reserved for patients who have a significant gap in breast size. Breast implants and breast reduction can be used to bring the two breasts to the same size. Dr. Dastoury can find an appropriate middle size for your breasts and insert an implant into the smaller one. He can then perform breast reduction on the larger breast to make sure it’s sized the same as the augmented breast. It’s a great option for breast augmentation patients who don’t want a very large result but also don’t like the size of their smaller breast. Whatever your goals, Dr. Dastoury can help you find the right technique for your breast surgery.
Breast Augmentation in Denver, CO
To meet with Dr. Dastoury and learn more about breast augmentation for asymmetrical breasts, contact our Denver, CO office by calling or filling out our online form.