Help! My Breasts Look Uneven

A breast augmentation adds volume to one or both of your breasts. This type of plastic surgery has been one of the top five cosmetic surgeries since 2006, and it’s no surprise that millions of women safely undergo augmentation and are pleased with their results every year.  

At Laughlin Plastic Surgery in Annapolis, Maryland, Dr. Laughlin and his team offer breast augmentation to those seeking to even out the appearance of their breasts, whether it’s individual variances in volume, breast positioning, nipple placement, or all of the above.

Why breasts can be uneven

Despite what movies and magazines would have you believe, most women’s breasts aren’t perfectly symmetrical. It’s quite common to have one or more of the following going on:

• One breast is a little bigger than the other
• One breast sags more than the other 
• One breast seems higher or lower on the chest than the other
• One breast has the nipple positioned differently than the other

None of these differences are flaws, but they can make you self-conscious or cause clothes to fit differently than you’d like. Good news: breast augmentation can help.

Making your breasts look more even

A breast augmentation, or mammoplasty, is usually known as a “boob job” or “getting breast implants.” A breast implant can be made of a soft silicone or a saline-filled pouch. They make your breast bigger and can also change its shape. 

If one of your breasts is much smaller than the other, a single implant can be used on the small breast. If you want both breasts to be bigger and match, Dr. Laughlin can use a small implant on your larger breast and a bigger implant on your smaller breast to get a symmetrical effect.

Alternatives to full mammoplasty

Dr. Laughlin will discuss your goals for your breast augmentation and help you decide exactly what you want your breasts to look like.  If you’re fairly happy with the size of your breasts and just don’t like how they are sagging asymmetrically and want to restore perkiness and symmetry, a breast lift (without any implants) may be all you need.

During a breast lift or breast augmentation, Dr. Laughlin can also remove loose skin and reposition your nipples if desired so they look perky and youthful. You have tons of options when it comes to making your breasts look even and attractive. 

Should you get a breast augmentation or a lift?

Every patient has their own personal reasons for seeking out breast surgery. Breast surgery can improve your self-esteem. They can make you feel better about your body and help you feel more comfortable wearing revealing clothes or swimsuits. 

However, it’s important only to get breast surgery if it’s something you want to do for yourself. Never get cosmetic surgery because a family member, friend, or significant other wants you to change your body.

Are you considering breast augmentation or a simple breast lift? Schedule a consultation with Dr. Laughlin to learn more and decide if it’s right for you. Call 410-205-5629 or visit our contact page for more information.