The Causes and Treatment of Breast Asymmetry (Uneven Breasts)
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The Causes and Treatment of Breast Asymmetry (Uneven Breasts) By Dr. Rucker – 8/26/16
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Transcript of The Causes and Treatment of Breast Asymmetry (Uneven Breasts)
Main Causes Hereditary: passed down from generation
to generation.
Breastfeeding on one breast more than the other can cause differences in size.
The presence of a breast mass. (Less likely)
Deformity of the chest wall may contribute to displacement of the breast
Common Treatments
Small Breast Augmentation (breast implant): to address size difference
Breast Lift: to address the sagging of the breasts
Breast Reduction: to correct symmetry of larger breasts
The Procedure
Under a general anesthetic in our office
About 2 hours to perform
About 2 weeks until patient may return to normal activities
Usually considered as a cosmetic procedure and is therefore not covered by insurance