Select Page
Can Breast Asymmetry Be Fixed with JUST an Augmentation; No Lift on Larger Side?

Can Breast Asymmetry Be Fixed with JUST an Augmentation; No Lift on Larger Side?

Can Breast Asymmetry Be Fixed with JUST an Augmentation; No Lift on Larger Side?

Can Breast Asymmetry Be Fixed with JUST an Augmentation; No Lift on Larger Side?
Q: I have a normal A cup on one side and a slightly droopy C on the other. Nipple of larger breast does not need repositioned. If I were to get implants in both breasts, is there a chance the smaller one would lay even with the larger breast? Does everyone with asymmetry need a lift on the larger side? I can’t provide a photo at the moment, I just want to know if this is possible.
A: It’s very hard to advise you without seeing at least a picture. The answer depends on your expectations. If you are happy only addressing the size difference between your breasts, then you can just have the augmentation. You need to understand, though, that you will likely still have one sagging breast and one perky breast. I counsel many of the women in my practice that a breast lift along with augmentation will give the most pleasing result. Many decide not to have a lift to avoid the scars. This is a personal decision, but it is essential to set your expectations appropriately. If one breast sags and the other does not, full correction will likely require a breast lift.

Can Breast Asymmetry Be Fixed with JUST an Augmentation; No Lift on Larger Side?

How Do I Begin The Breast Reduction Process? (With Wanting Insurance to Cover the Procedure)

How Do I Begin The Breast Reduction Process? (With Wanting Insurance to Cover the Procedure)

How Do I Begin The Breast Reduction Process? (With Wanting Insurance to Cover the Procedure)
Q: I am 20 years old and I am a J cup. I have the WORST pain in my back, neck, and shoulders. I desperately need a reduction however I would need for my insurance to cover it. How do I begin? I have an appt with my new PCP but that’s not until Nov. 4th. Do I HAVE to go to a PCP and have them refer me to a plastic surgeon ? Or can I start by going directly to the plastic surgeon myself? And which doctor is the one that should write my insurance company? Any and all info is welcomed and appreciated.
A: I’m sorry to hear that your large breasts have been causing you physical discomfort. Your first step should be to contact your health insurance company about their coverage for breast reduction surgery. Each insurance company is different and has its own specific requirements. They can also tell you whether or not a referral is necessary and which plastic surgeons in your area are covered under your plan. It is a good idea to meet with your PCP. Most insurance plans require it. Your primary care physician will document your symptoms and check for physical findings like shoulder grooves and/or skin infections under your breasts. They can also examine your breasts and make sure there is no underlying medical problem leading to your overly large breasts. Most insurance companies require you to try non-surgical measures like physical therapy and non-steroid pain medications before they will consider covering plastic surgery and your PCP can help with that. Your PCP can also make sure that you are a good surgical candidate. Assuming you are still having discomfort after trying the conservative therapy, your plastic surgeon would submit the insurance pre-authorization letter. Best of luck to you!

Can Breast Asymmetry Be Fixed with JUST an Augmentation; No Lift on Larger Side?

Can U Get Breast Implants by Having Medicaid or Insurance?

Can U Get Breast Implants by Having Medicaid or Insurance?

Can U Get Breast Implants by Having Medicaid or Insurance?
Q: Can U get breast implants by having Medicaid or Insurance?
A: Cosmetic breast augmentation is not medically necessary and is not covered by insurance. Reconstructive breast surgery – including the use of implants- can be covered by health insurance including medicaid. This is most commonly seen in breast reconstruction after breast cancer.

Can Breast Asymmetry Be Fixed with JUST an Augmentation; No Lift on Larger Side?

Whats the Difference Between the Saline and Silicone Implants in the Breast? Also Which Are More of the Natural Kind?

Whats the Difference Between the Saline and Silicone Implants in the Breast? Also Which Are More of the Natural Kind?

Whats the Difference Between the Saline and Silicone Implants in the Breast? Also Which Are More of the Natural Kind?
A: Whats the difference between the saline and silicone implants in the breast? Also which are more of the natural kind?
Q: Saline breast implants are constructed of a silicone shell filled with sterile salt water. Silicone implants are composed of a silicone shell filled with a silicone gel. Silicone implants feel more like natural breast tissue. Choosing silicone or saline is based on personal preference. Saline implants are less expensive than silicone. In general silicone is better if you have little natural breast tissue. The more breast tissue you already have, the less you probably need a silicone implant. Implant manufacturers make the silicone in a thick,viscous form – sort of like a gummy bear- to decrease leaks. This can make implant rupture more difficult to detect so MRIs are recommended every 2-3 years. If you are seeking a very natural result, you can also consider fat transfer to the breasts. This procedure uses liposuction to take fat from areas of the body where it is not wanted and grafts this fat to the breasts producing a very natural looking and feeling result. This is appropriate for moderate increases in size.

Can Breast Asymmetry Be Fixed with JUST an Augmentation; No Lift on Larger Side?

What are the options for tuberous breast correction?

What are the options for tuberous breast correction?

What are the options for tuberous breast correction?
What are the options for surgery? What kind of breast lifts? Implants and placement? What is the best possible results I can hope for? Is fat transfer a viable option? Are there any charities to help me pay? Are there specialist? What about the internal bra?
There are many options to consider when correcting tuberous breasts. I customize my surgical plan for each patient depending on her circumstances and desires. Without seeing you, it is almost impossible to advise you. In general, my goals are to correct the tuberosity and improve symmetry. The tuberous breast has a narrow base that often needs to be widened. Most women also need a lift on that side with resizing of the areola. In general, the tuberous breast deformity causes a lot of breast asymmetry and I commonly need to perform surgery on the unaffected breast to give more symmetry. Whether this breast needs a reduction or a lift depends on your preferences. Placing one or two implants or performing fat grafting to one or both breasts may also be an option. Correction of tuberous breasts is often best done with a staged approach (not all at once with one surgery), but, again, I can’t tell for sure without being able to see you. The tuberous breast deformity is considered a congenital anomaly and, as such, is sometimes covered by your health insurance – check with your insurance provider to see if this is an option for you.