Breast Assymetry correction

Breast asymmetry is a common concern among women. While this condition can be quite severe, it is important to note that it is extremely common. The vast majority of cases are mild. One study found at least 65% of women have some mild asymmetry in their breasts. Other, similar studies have put that number at closer to 88% of adult women.

Breast asymmetry is defined as a difference in one or more of the following:

• form
• position
• volume of the breast

Some breast asymmetry is normal and can fluctuate throughout life. For example, asymmetry is usually more noticeable during puberty, pregnancy, and during breast feeding. Doctors are not completely sure what causes breast asymmetry, but possible contributors include hormonal changes or imbalances, traumatic injuries, an underlying medical or skeletal condition, and in rare cases breast cancer.

Small differences in the size and shape of your breasts are nothing to be concerned about. However, if the differences are greater than one bra cup size it may cause psychological distress. If you are seeking to correct any breast asymmetry, there are three options: augmentation, reduction, and/or a lift.

Breast asymmetry can be corrected through a few different breast augmentation techniques. If you are looking to increase the overall size of your breasts, or would like to match the size, and shape to a certain extent, of your larger breast, then a standard breast augmentation might be something to consider. As with any breast augmentation surgery, you will have your choice of silicone or saline implants. Whatever your choice, different sizes are used in each breast to correct the asymmetry and obtain a natural look. You may also choose a round or teardrop (anatomical) breast implant, which can help improve shape asymmetry as well, to a certain extent. You can see breast augmentation photos Toronto in our online gallery.

Nipple Correction

Inverted nipples occur when the tissue of the nipple is retracted into the tissue of the breast, instead of pointing outward. Often, this occurs spontaneously and can be reversed simply by manually stimulating the nipples, though in rare occasions, the nipple will remain inverted indefinitely

Problems Caused by Inverted Nipples

Even if a woman is born with inverted nipples, it can be very disconcerting to have this condition. As any gynecologist will tell you, this is a matter of simple genetics, and will generally not cause any problems. However, if inversion is a result of some other change after birth, there may be some more serious problems. An inverted nipple may block a mammary duct, which can mean that when the time comes to feed a newborn baby, a woman with an inverted nipple may not be able breastfeed.

An inverted nipple can also cause a woman to look and feel older than she is. This is a common problem for aging women, but even if you are not a mature woman, an inverted nipple can give the entire breast an aged appearance.

Inverted Nipple Treatment

Some nipple inversions can be solved with a simple suction device, which will bring the nipple tissue back to its intended position. These generally work best when the nipple is only inverted a little and when the inversion was due to contraction of a muscle or milk duct.

In some situations, however, more drastic measures will have to be taken. Surgery to correct an inverted nipple is a fairly short and easy surgery, depending on the original cause of the inversion. In most situations, there is a simple stretching of a muscle or the severance of a duct that holds the nipple inside the breast. This is the best treatment for nipples that are severely inverted, but it will mean that the woman may not be able to breastfeed after the surgery.

Male Breast Surgery

A male breast reduction is the most effective known treatment for gynecomastia, or enlarged male breasts. This cosmetic surgery procedure removes excess fat and glandular tissue to restore a flatter, firmer and more masculine contour to the chest.

Why have a male breast reduction?

While losing weight can help reduce the appearance of male breasts for some men, often times there is excess glandular tissue as well, causing even very lean patients to notice enlarged breasts. Currently, male breast reduction is the only consistently effective treatment for gynecomastia that has long lasting, if not permanent, results. Following this surgery, patients commonly say they feel comfortable going shirtless for the first time in years, and report an enhanced sense of self-confidence.

If you are uncomfortable or self-conscious about the appearance of your chest, or if you find yourself avoiding certain activities because you are afraid to show your chest, male breast reduction is an option to consider. With the help of a qualified cosmetic surgeon, the procedure offers dramatic, near immediate improvements with minimal scarring.

Breast Lift Surgery

A breast lift — also known as mastopexy — is a surgical procedure to change the shape of your breasts. During a breast lift, excess skin is removed and breast tissue is reshaped to restore firmness and raise the breasts to a higher position.You might choose to have a breast lift if your breasts sag or your nipples point downward. A breast lift might also boost your self-image and self-confidence.A breast lift won’t significantly change the size of your breasts. However, a breast lift can be done in combination with breast augmentation or breast reduction.

A breast lift can reduce sagging and raise the position of the nipples and the darker area surrounding the nipples (areolae). The size of the areolae can also be reduced during the procedure to keep them in proportion to the newly shaped breasts.

You might consider a breast lift if:

• Your breasts sag — they’ve lost shape and volume, or they’ve gotten flatter and longer
• Your nipples — when your breasts are unsupported — fall below your breast creases
• Your nipples and areolae point downward
• Your areolae have stretched out of proportion to your breasts
• One of your breasts falls lower than the other

What you can expect

After a breast lift, your breasts will likely be covered with gauze and a surgical support bra. Small tubes might be placed at the incision sites in your breasts to drain any excess blood or fluid.

Your breasts will be swollen and bruised for about two weeks. You’ll likely feel pain and soreness around the incisions, which will be red or pink for a few months. Numbness in your nipples, areolae and breast skin might last for about six weeks.

In the first few days after a breast lift, take pain medication as recommended by your doctor. Avoid straining, bending and lifting. Sleep on your back or your side to keep pressure off your breasts.

Avoid sexual activity for at least one to two weeks after the breast lift. Ask your doctor when it’s OK to resume daily activities, such as washing your hair, showering or bathing.

While you’re healing, keep your breasts out of the sun. Afterward, be careful to protect your incisions during sun exposure.

Breast Reduction

Breast reduction surgery, also known as reduction mammaplasty, is a procedure used to remove excess fat, tissue and skin from the breasts. If you have large breasts, you might choose to have breast reduction surgery to ease discomfort or to achieve a breast size proportionate to your body.

Breast reduction surgery might also help improve your self-image and self-confidence and your ability to participate in physical activities.

Breast reduction surgery is meant for women who have large breasts and want to resolve issues such as:

• Chronic back, neck and shoulder pain
• Chronic rash or skin irritation under the breasts
• Deep grooves in the shoulders from bra strap pressure
• Restricted activity
• Poor self-image related to large breasts
• Difficulty fitting into bras and clothing
• Difficulty sleeping

Also, breast-feeding might be challenging after breast reduction surgery — although some research suggests that breast-feeding difficulty after breast reduction surgery is related to a lack of support or coaching rather than the surgery itself.

What you can expect

Your breasts will be covered with a gauze dressing or bandages. A tube might be placed under each arm to drain any excess blood or fluid. Your surgeon will likely prescribe medication for pain as well as antibiotics to decrease your risk of infection.

Your breasts will be covered with a gauze dressing or bandages. A tube might be placed under each arm to drain any excess blood or fluid. Your surgeon will likely prescribe medication for pain as well as antibiotics to decrease your risk of infection.

You’ll need to limit physical activity for two to four weeks while the breasts heal. Your surgeon also may recommend avoiding underwire bras for a month after surgery.

Scarring usually fades over time. You will need a follow-up visit with your surgeon to remove stitches and check your recovery.

Successful breast reduction surgery can relieve pain in your upper back, neck and shoulders. It might also increase your ability to participate in physical activities and promote a more positive self-image.

Although you’ll see results immediately, remember that it can take months for the swelling to completely go down and the surgical scars to fade. The final result is generally permanent — although breast shape and size can change due to factors such as aging and weight gain or loss.

Breast Augmentation (implant)

Breast augmentation, or augmentation mammoplasty, or is a surgical procedure that aims to increase the size, shape, or fullness of the breast.

The surgeon places silicone, saline, or alternative composite breast implants under the chest muscles or breast tissue. Implants last from 7 to 12 years on average.

Why opt for breast augmentation?

• Enlarge breasts that are naturally small
• Restore breast size and shape after pregnancy, weight loss or breastfeeding
• Restore symmetry when the breasts are asymmetrical
• Restore the breast or breasts after surgery

What are breast implants?

A breast implant is a medical prosthesis that is placed inside the breast to augment, reconstruct, or create the physical form of the breast.

There are three main types of breast implants:

• Saline implants are filled with a sterile saline solution, like salt water. The solution is held within an elastomer silicone shell
• Silicone gel-filled implants consist of a silicone outer shell filled with a silicone gel. If a silicone-filled implant leaks, the gel will either stay in the shell or escape into the breast implant pocket. A leaking silicone-filled implant may or may not collapse.
• Alternative composite implants may be filled with polypropylene string, soy oil, or some other material.

What to expect

Breast augmentation is a type of surgery, so patients need to think carefully before opting for the procedure.

Before surgery, the surgeon should help the patient choose the size of the implant needed. This may be done by putting different sized implants into a bra, to see how they feel.