Breast Asymmetry
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Breast asymmetry surgery with Adam Critchley
You might be surprised to know that perfectly symmetrical breasts are very rare. It’s incredibly common for your breasts to be of different shapes and sizes. One may be bigger than the other, your nipples might be in different places, or you might find that your breasts sit at different heights.
All of these differences are completely normal. However, if your breast asymmetry is significant, it may be affecting your body image and confidence. If you feel self-conscious of your asymmetrical breasts or they’re causing any form of discomfort, don’t worry. There are breast asymmetry treatment options that can even out your breasts and give you a confidence boost.
From breast augmentation to mastopexy, find out what procedures are available and book your consultation with Adam Critchley for expert breast symmetry surgery in Newcastle.
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What is breast asymmetry surgery?
Having breast asymmetry simply means that your breasts are slightly different from one another. This could be in size, shape, or placement. When you speak with a breast surgeon, they may also talk about the different types of breast asymmetry:
- Anisomastia: Where there’s a marked difference in the size and volume of your breasts.
- Anisothelia: Where each breast may have a different nipple or areola.
- Combined asymmetry: Where there are differences in breast size and nipples.
Causes of breast asymmetry
You may have breast asymmetry for an array of reasons. For some people, it’s simply how their body develops, a natural part of their genetic makeup and genes.
However, hormonal changes can also lead to breast asymmetry, so it’s common for it to occur during puberty and menopause when your hormones tend to fluctuate.
Other causes can include:
- Pregnancy and breastfeeding: Weight changes and lactation can affect the size and shape of your breasts and may lead to asymmetry (particularly if your baby feeds from one side more than the other).
- Breast cancer: In rare cases, asymmetry can be a sign of cancer. However, this is usually in conjunction with other symptoms. If you have any concerns about sudden changes to your breast size or shape, always speak with a healthcare professional.
- Underdevelopment during puberty: Conditions such as hypoplasia can mean one breast develops less than the other, causing asymmetry.
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Breast asymmetry surgery options
So, what are your options when it comes to correcting breast asymmetry? Much of this depends on your anatomy, health, and the look you want to achieve. For example, do you want to even out your breasts and increase the size of both? Do you want to reduce the size of both? Or would you prefer to end up with a cup size that’s in between each breast’s current one?
Whatever you want to achieve, an experienced breast surgeon can help you find the perfect treatment plan. It can also be helpful to look at breast asymmetry before and after photos to see realistic results.
Breast augmentation
Breast augmentation is a common option for correcting asymmetry by enhancing the size of one or both breasts. It involves placing implants to achieve a balanced and proportional look. Your surgeon may recommend a unilateral augmentation to enlarge just one breast or bilateral augmentation to adjust both.
Breast reduction
Another option is breast reduction. This surgery addresses asymmetry by reducing the size of one breast to match the other. It can also involve reducing both breasts if you’re seeking a smaller, more proportionate size.
Combined breast augmentation and reduction
Do you have significant breast asymmetry? Your surgeon may recommend a combination of augmentation and reduction to create balanced breasts. This approach involves enlarging one breast with an implant while reducing the size of the other for a more symmetrical appearance.
It’s a versatile option for those with a noticeable size difference between breasts, and your breast surgeon will be able to tailor their services to your exact needs.
Breast lift
A breast lift (mastopexy) can correct asymmetry by correcting any sagging and repositioning your breasts and nipples to create a more symmetrical bust. A breast lift can be a good option if your breast asymmetry is mostly to do with your breast height, shape or firmness rather than size and volume.
Breast implant revision
If you previously had breast augmentation but aren’t happy with the symmetry, breast implant revision is an option. Over time, implants can shift, rupture, or lead to uneven results. By replacing or repositioning implants, your surgeon can improve the balance of your breasts.
How much does breast asymmetry surgery cost?
Breast asymmetry surgery costs can vary depending on the type of procedure you’re having.
At Adam Critchley, we charge £200 for your initial consultation. During this meeting, Adam will take a look at your breast asymmetry and ask you about your goals. From there, he can suggest a treatment plan that includes the best surgery options for you.
Generally, our procedure prices range from £7,849 for bilateral breast augmentation to £11,652 for bilateral implant exchange with capsulectomies (removing two breast implants and any scar tissue and then inserting two new implants).
A consultation is the best way to get a clear idea of how much your surgery will cost.
All of our prices also include:
- An overnight stay and hospital fee
- Surgeon and anaesthetist fees
- Any pre-operative tests
- All follow-up appointments and consultations after your surgery
- Premium Motiva implants (if required)
- Discharge medications
Breast asymmetry recovery: What to expect
After any breast surgery, you’ll need some time to recover. We usually recommend taking it easy for six weeks and ensuring you have a minimum of one to two weeks off work directly after your surgery.
When you wake up from your surgery, you may feel a little tender, and your chest will have some swelling. The breasts often take 4-6 weeks to completely settle.
Whether you’ve had augmentation, reduction, or another procedure, breast asymmetry surgery recovery is a priority here at Adam Critchley. You’ll always have follow-up appointments scheduled, and Adam will check in on you before you’re discharged.
For more information on caring for yourself after a procedure, take a look at our guide to breast surgery recovery do’s and don’ts.
Breast asymmetry surgery from Adam Critchley
If you’re considering breast asymmetry treatment, our team in Newcastle can help. Led by experienced Consultant Breast Surgeon, Adam Critchley, we provide high-quality services tailored to you.
Get in touch to learn more and book your initial consultation.