How to fix uneven breasts

What is breast asymmetry?

Breast asymmetry is when one breast has more volume, sits in a different position or is a slightly different size than the other.

There are different types of breast asymmetry:

·         Anisomastia is when a difference appears in the overall volume and size of the breast.

·         Anisothelia is when the nipples and areolas differ from one another.

·         Combined asymmetry is a mixture of anismastia and anisothelia.

Why are my breasts uneven?

Breast Asymmetry can occur naturally and simply be down to how the breasts have developed as you grew older. However, there can be specific causes of uneven breasts.

Hormonal changes are a common reason for asymmetrical boobs. These include puberty, taking hormonal contraception, and ovulation. While these may be temporary changes during the menstrual cycle, breast asymmetry presents permanently for some women, and can cause insecurity and worry for many.

Another reason for asymmetrical boobs is experiencing physical trauma on or around the breast before it’s fully developed. This can stunt growth, making the breasts appear uneven.

During pregnancy and while breastfeeding, women may notice a difference in their breast and nipple sizes, particularly if their baby feeds more on one breast than the other.

While there are other causes of asymmetrical breasts, if you notice a sudden difference in the way your breasts look and feel, it’s recommended you visit your GP to check for any abnormalities, as a sudden change in breast volume or nipple size could be a sign of breast cancer.

Will my breasts even out?

During puberty, the breasts usually become the same size over time and do not need any treatment. However, if the breasts have not become more or less an equal size by the age of about 16 years old (or near the end of puberty), they will probably remain unequal. Even during adult years the size of your breasts may fluctuate due to factors such as hormonal changes, weight gain and pregnancy.  A certain amount of breast unevenness is normal, however, it is very unlikely that breast asymmetry will ever even out on its own or without surgery.

How to fix one breast bigger than the other naturally?

Some women use clothing and padded bra’s to crate are more balance look and hide their asymmetry, however if you are looking for a more permanent fix, breast corrective surgery is the only way to fix it.

The most common solutions for asymmetry is a breast augmentation, using implants to increase the size of the smaller breast or a breast reduction to decrease the size of the larger breast.

Your surgeon may also suggest a breast uplift if one breast sits lower than the other.

How to fix uneven breasts?

Breast asymmetry surgery is done in a number of ways, depending on the patient and the look they want to achieve.

At your consultation, a MYA surgeon will determine the best surgery type for you - this could be breast enlargement, breast uplift (Mastopexy), breast reduction or a combination to achieve a more symmetrical look.

An augmented mastopexy (where a breast uplift is combined with implants) or nipple lift/reduction may also be required.

One of our MYA patients had a breast asymmetry correction after having uneven breasts due  to weight loss. Because of this difference in size and shape, she often avoided wearing bikinis and clothes shopping as a whole, leaving her feeling insecure. She told us that having breast asymmetry surgery made her feel so much more confident and more comfortable in her own skin. Read her story today - ‘My Asymmetric Breast Reduction at 23’

If you have asymmetrical boobs and are interested in breast asymmetry correction, MYA Cosmetic Surgery have a team of surgeons and nurses who are ready to help. 

To learn more about our breast asymmetry procedures, don’t hesitate to contact us today.