Breast Asymmetry in Oklahoma City, OK

Subtle differences between the breasts are common, such as small size differences, but in some women, the breast asymmetry can be visible or problematic. When this occurs, cosmetic breast surgery can be used to correct one or both breasts for an even appearance. At Cosmetic Surgery Affiliates in Oklahoma City, cosmetic surgeons Dr. Erik Nuveen and Dr. Courtney Caplin create a unique treatment plan that may include breast augmentation, breast lift surgery, and/or breast reduction to create natural, but symmetrical breasts. Using careful measurements and an artistic touch, Dr. Nuveen and Dr. Caplin can help women balance their breasts and body. Our goal is to help you look and feel your best through advanced surgical techniques. Contact us today to learn more and to schedule your initial consultation.

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At Cosmetic Surgery Affiliates in Oklahoma City, OK, our breast asymmetry treatments offer numerous benefits and remarkable results for individuals seeking to address uneven breasts. Our tailored treatment approach to breast asymmetry provides the following advantages:

• Enhances overall body proportions for a more balanced silhouette
• Improved comfort and self-confidence
• Highly customizable treatment plans to address specific concerns and goals
• Precise and natural-looking results
• Potential relief from back pain when breast reduction is involved

It is more ideal to perform the procedure to correct breast asymmetry by making the larger breast smaller (reduction) compared to making the smaller breast larger (augmentation). The approach with breast asymmetry surgery depends on the surgeon’s assessment and recommendation once the patient is evaluated. Sometimes, several techniques may be incorporated during the surgery at once. Depending on the condition, nipple repositioning may also be done so that it is not out of proportion with the new breast size and shape. There are also cases in which a secondary surgery may be necessary to fine-tune the shape and volume of the breasts. 

Some patients may have a mild case of asymmetry where the placement of breast implants can help even out the shape and size of the breasts. Both silicone and saline implants are options. In cases where asymmetry is diagnosed, a variation in the CCs of an implant will be used between the two breasts. This is quite common and produces nice results. If breast implants alone will solve the asymmetry, the patient must have good skin tone and limited sagging.

If the patient opts to have the larger breast reduced, it will involve removing excess fat and skin until both breasts become even. This is generally the case for breasts that are severely asymmetrical. If the breast to be reduced is particularly large, a breast lift will supplement this procedure, resulting in a more lifted breast appearance.

Depending on the form of the breasts, one or both breasts may be treated with a lift. The procedure involves trimming away loose, sagging skin and lift the remaining skin by closing the incisions with fine sutures. This results in breasts that are more proportionate with one another, as well as offering a more youthful, tighter look at the same time.

There are patients who prefer a natural increase in breast size to an implant. These patients may benefit from the fat transfer method. This approach uses fat harvested from a donor site on the patient’s body and reinstates the purified fat into the breasts by injection. The fat is injected gradually in layers to ensure that there is no appearance of wrinkles or uneven pockets.

Regardless of the corrective procedure that is chosen, it will be performed under general anesthesia at an accredited surgical facility. The recovery period varies depending on the surgical approach taken. In general following breast surgery, patients are able to get up and around but must limit activity for a couple of days. Most patients are back to a normal routine within 7-10 days and exercise will be gradual at about 4-6 weeks. The result following breast surgery to correct asymmetry is gratifying for most patients and can help bring back self-confidence, especially when wearing tighter-fitting clothes.

Breast surgery to correct asymmetry will vary, depending on the technique used for the surgery. The cost can also be affected if liposuction is performed, a lift or reduction is needed, and the type of implants chosen by the patient. 

*Fees that are posted are subject to change. No doctor/patient relationship is established until an exam. Consent in perpetuity until canceled in writing.

Is breast asymmetry common?
Surprisingly, breast asymmetry is a common condition. While breast implants alone are able to produce even, beautiful results for many patients, the other surgeries mentioned on this page can also create symmetrical breasts that last a lifetime. Patients who decide to have corrective surgery feel they no longer have to worry or feel anxiety about having limited clothing options to hide the asymmetry.

How bad is scarring after a breast asymmetry procedure?
When it comes to any cosmetic procedure that requires incisions, scarring is ultimately a part of the process. Corrective surgery for breast asymmetry may include a breast lift in which excess skin is removed. In these cases, the scars will be visible. If implants only are used, the scars will be hidden depending on the incision location (for example, under the natural fold of the breast, or within the armpit). For many, the result of this surgery to create even, natural-looking breasts become more important than the scarring.

What causes asymmetrical breasts?
There are many factors that may contribute to breast asymmetry, but the exact cause remains unknown. Hormonal changes, injuries on the chest area, or breastfeeding are believed to be contributors to asymmetrical breasts. There is also a condition called juvenile hypertrophy that causes one of the breasts to become severely out of proportion to the smaller breast.

If are wanting to create more symmetrical breasts, our skilled plastic surgeons at Cosmetic Surgery Affiliates can curate a personalized treatment plan specifically for you. We are dedicated to proving optimal results for all of our patients through state-of-the-art surgical procedures. Learn more by contacting our Oklahoma City, OK facility to schedule a consultation.