Surgical
Gynaecomastia
A specialised surgical procedure for men to remove excess breast tissue and, in some cases, fatty deposits.
Breast asymmetry is a common clinical presentation and often occurs due to natural developmental differences. Other contributing factors may include hormonal changes, breastfeeding, or certain medical conditions.
Asymmetry may involve variations in:
Specialist plastic surgeons Dr Ania Smialkowski (MED0001668109, FRACS) and Dr Henry Shepherd (MED0001860545, FRACS) at Shape Clinic in Sydney provide surgical options that can address breast asymmetry. The surgical approach is determined based on individual anatomy and clinical considerations. Outcomes and recovery experiences vary between individuals and will be discussed during your consultation.
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In some cases of breast asymmetry, surgery may involve adjusting the size of one breast to create better balance between the two. This may include increasing the size of the smaller breast or reducing the size of the larger breast.
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Breast asymmetry surgery may be considered by individuals who have a noticeable difference between their breasts. Common factors that may be discussed during a consultation include:
A thorough consultation with a specialist plastic surgeon at our Sydney clinic is important to review your individual circumstances, discuss your goals, and determine whether surgery is an appropriate option. Outcomes and risks vary between individuals and will be explained during your consultation.
As with all surgical procedures, breast asymmetry correction carries inherent risks, which may include infection, bleeding, and scarring. In addition, there are risks specific to the type of procedure performed:
Your specialist plastic surgeon will explain all potential risks and discuss strategies to minimise them during your consultation.
Breast asymmetry refers to a noticeable difference between the breasts in size, shape, volume, or position, which can occur naturally or as a result of factors such as developmental changes, hormonal influences, or previous surgery.
Breast asymmetry can be caused by a range of factors, including natural developmental differences during puberty, hormonal fluctuations, genetics, weight changes, pregnancy and breastfeeding, ageing, injury, or previous surgery.
Yes — some degree of asymmetry is very common and most often a normal variation with most people having some variation in size, shape or position of the breast.
In most cases, mild breast asymmetry that develops naturally during puberty or as part of normal anatomical variation does not resolve on its own and tends to remain stable throughout life. However, where asymmetry is caused by temporary factors such as hormonal fluctuations, pregnancy, or breastfeeding, some degree of change or improvement may occur over time as the body settles.
Breast asymmetry surgery may be considered by individuals who have a noticeable difference between their breasts.
In some cases of breast asymmetry, surgery may involve adjusting the size of one breast to create better balance between the two. This may include increasing the size of the smaller breast or reducing the size of the larger breast.
Any new or sudden change in one breast — in size, shape, the skin texture or the nipple should be reviewed by a doctor.
The recovery experience following surgery for Breast Asymmetry varies between individuals. Most patients return to light activity within 3-7 days, however full recovery may take 2-6 weeks.
At Shape Clinic in Sydney, Specialist Plastic Surgeons, Dr Ania Smialkowski (MED0001668109, FRACS) and Dr Henry Shepherd (MED0001860545, FRACS) provide surgical options that can address breast asymmetry.
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Dr Henry Shepherd is a Specialist Plastic Surgeon (FRACS) who trained with the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons.
Dr Ania is a fully qualified Australian Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon.
A specialised surgical procedure for men to remove excess breast tissue and, in some cases, fatty deposits.
A surgical procedure to increase breast volume by placing breast implants beneath the breast tissue or chest muscle.
Also known as a breast lift, Mastopexy is a surgical procedure designed to reposition and reshape the breasts by removing excess skin and adjusting the underlying breast tissue.
Also known as a breast reduction, reduction mammoplasty is a surgical procedure to reshape and reduce the size of the breasts by removing excess tissue.
Correct inverted or retracted nipples with a minimally invasive procedure designed to improve appearance and confidence.
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