Breast Augmentation to Correct Asymmetry
Every individual’s body is different and unique. The same can be said for the symmetry of our bodies, specifically the breasts, as few women are born with perfectly symmetric breasts. However, some women may have a more noticeable amount of asymmetry – differences in size, shape or both – that can make them feel insecure or self-conscious about the look of their breasts. Board-certified plastic and reconstructive plastic surgeon Dr. Franklyn Elliott has over 25 years of expertise specializing in breast procedures to correct asymmetry to help his patients achieve a more proportionate aesthetic.
The type of asymmetry the breasts experience varies by each woman. One breast may be higher than the other, one breast could be significantly larger or both breasts could be noticeably different in shape. Dr. Elliott performs breast augmentation for patients who are dissatisfied with their asymmetric breast size. Women who have concerns with their clothes not fitting properly or have trouble finding properly fitted bras benefit from breast augmentation as it increases the size and volume of the patient’s breasts through implant insertion.
To perform breast augmentation, Dr. Elliott uses breast implants, including silicone or saline, which are inserted above or below the pectoral muscle to increase the overall size of the breasts. To correct your asymmetry, Dr. Elliott discusses your aesthetic goals and guides you through the various breast implant options to restore balance to the breasts to make them more symmetric. Silicone implants have a silicone outer shell with a silicone-gel filling while saline implants have a silicone outer shell filled with a sterile saline solution. Dr. Elliott offers patients implant options that come in customizable sizes, textures and shapes. Depending on your degree of asymmetry, Dr. Elliott may combine breast augmentation with breast lift or breast reduction to enhance overall results and restore a more proportionate balance to the breasts.
Dr. Elliott understands that each patient’s goals are unique and during consultation thoroughly discusses treatment options to help you achieve your desired results. If you are interested in breast augmentation or other breast procedures Dr. Elliott performs, check out his breast augmentation before and after gallery. To schedule a consultation, contact us today and be sure to also stay connected with Dr. Elliott through Facebook, Twitter or Google+ for the latest plastic surgery news and updates.