Bilateral Breast Augmentation

There are many atypical breast conditions which may become apparent as a girl develops into a woman. Breast abnormalities might be physically noticeable, but the anatomical implications of their presence pales in comparison to the psycho-emotional consequences they might enact.

Polythelia and polymastia are 2 conditions which entail having more than the usual 2 nipples or breasts, respectively. These extra mammary structures typically grow below the usually placed breasts or nipples along what are known as the mammary or milk lines. Polythelia, also called supernumerary or accessory nipples, are more common and can actually grow anywhere on the anatomy. While some are little more than an interesting birthmark, others are fully formed nipples, complete with areolae. Polymastia, also called accessory or supernumerary breasts are usually more noticeable, but not always. Sometimes, these are little more than a fatty pouch, while other circumstances have them as fully formed breast structures, complete with nipple/areola complex and lactation ability. When these fully formed breasts grow off the mammary line, they are called mammae erraticae.

Some women are born missing one or both breasts and/or nipples. There are many reasons for this to occur, but the effect is devastating. Alternately, all tissue might be present, but simply does not develop properly. This is called breast hypoplasia or sometimes breast hypotrophy. This condition can affect both breasts or only one. While bilateral hypoplasia creates a flat chested look, unilateral conditions are extremely disturbing since the unaffected side develops normally and often winds up significantly larger than the hypotrophic side.

The opposite condition can also occur, causing breasts to grow uncontrollably. This condition is called hypertrophy or sometimes hyperplasia. This condition can also affect one or both breasts and can be very serious. Most hypertrophic conditions will stop by themselves, but some continue to grow, necessitating drastic and invasive interventions, including radical mastectomy in some instances. While very large and stable bilateral hypertrophic breasts may not be too much of an issue, as long as they do not get out of control, unilateral breast hypertrophy is once again a very noticeable concern for any developing girl.

Typical breasts can also be affected by size and proportion issues. Most breasts are not symmetrical and it is common for women to have up to a 30% size discrepancy from one side to the other. However, sometimes, this difference in size is extremely pronounced, making the body appear unbalanced and making a proper bra fit impossible without custom tailoring. Additionally, nipples and areolas may be considered too large or too small for the breasts they occupy. While this is a very subjective topic, it can still be troubling to any woman who views her body as abnormal.

Inverted nipples or nipples and areola without pigmentation can be an emotional burden for many women, as well. While these conditions do not seem too serious and may even be considered aesthetic by some standards, many women who must endure these atypical breast conditions do so unwillingly and would love to change their anatomies to be anormala.

Snoopy deformity is a cute name for a not so kind condition in which breast tissue herniates into the nipple/areola complex. This is usually not very pronounced and some women truly like their puffy nipples. However, some cases are very severe, leading to a breast which appears odd, as if there was a small secondary breast growing in the middle of the existing breast mound.

Finally, tuberous breast condition is one of the atypical breast conditions which is usually very disturbing to affected women. Tuberous breasts are characterized by an elongated shape, since the chest wall attachments are constricted, forcing the tissue to squeeze into a tubular profile, rather than a traditional half globe shape. This condition is generally not considered aesthetic and in some cases may be a major source of body image issues.

The good news is that plastic, cosmetic and reconstructive surgeries have been invented to help women overcome not only the physical abnormalities, but more importantly, beat those truly domineering emotional issues which can make life a psychological torture. No one wants to feel betrayed or disgusted by their own body and plastic surgeons have made it possible for every woman to choose how to shape her body to suit her own internal motivations. I consider myself blessed to be a vital part of this industrya

Frequently Asked Questions

QUESTION:
Breast Augmentation Recovery ?
!!!!Please, only those who had implants respond!!!!
On July 31st, I had a bilateral breast augmentation, with 375cc silicone implants placed in between my muscles like sandwiches. I'm now on my sixth day. I have so much pain in my upper back, i'm way more sore on my left boob even to the touch on certain areas. but i'm getting more and more flexible and experiencing less and less pain on my right boob. Those of you who have also had similiar procedure, can you tell me what you experienced day by day, when and how you healed and what kind of massages and excersizes did you do for your upper back?
ok, where are my other After BA ladies?
- ANSWER:
  My recovery wasn't that bad. I had some back pain but the pain killers mainly took that away. What pain killers are you on?? I would suggest requesting something stronger from your doctor i.e. percoce because you shouldn't be in that much pain still.
  
  My personal experience: I ended my pain killers on day 3 so day 4 was the worst for me but by day 5 it just felt like a bad workout. I do remember having more pain in one breast than the other. I called my surgeon and she said she had to work on that side a little harder to get it even so that's probably your case as well.
  
  For my back I just stretched as best I could and tried out different positions until I found one that was comfortable
  
  Best of luck to you!
QUESTION:
Why is nipple sensation more often lost with bilateral mastectomy and not augmentation?
With bilateral mastectomy it is nearly impossible to regain erotic nipple sensation, why isn't this the case for breast augmentation, surely both procedures are likely damage or cut the nipple nerve stem under neath.
- ANSWER:
  Already mentioned...but just remember that in a mastectomy ur removing lots of tissue (often including the axillary contents) from the mammaries and the underarm areas. In augmentation, ur sliting to get an opening, then adding...way different outcomes.
QUESTION:
How much pain after breast lift and augmentation? When should I return to work?
Hi ladies! I have done a lot of research already and have talked to my surgeon but would like some insight from women who have actually had this procedure before I made a definitive decision and put in for time off.

I am having a breast lift and augmentation surgery in April and am wondering the following:

1) How much pain I should expect (obviously everyone is different but just the opinions of anyone who has had this surgery, both lift AND augmentation together, would be great!). Also, how much help will I need with bathing/moving around; etc (so I can let my fiancee know what he's in for, haha)
2) When I should realistically return to work after surgery.

Here is some additional info incase it makes a difference....
-The lift and augmentation(implants) will be done at the same time, it is a Bilateral mastopexy with augmentation.
-I am already a small C cup (with slight assymetry which will be corrected) and will be going to a full D cup.
-I have lost a significant amount of weight (115lbs) which is the reason for the lift so I have a good amount of skin and breast tissue, although I'm not sure if this will affect my amount of pain/recovery time.
-Also, my job is relatively sedentary. I am a manager of a home for adults with DD and do mostly administrative work but also need to occasionally assist with hands on work (assiting with dressing residents, giving them showers; etc) and I am worried in case one of my residents bumps into me or tries to grab me or hug me too hard that I will be in a ton of pain or cause damage. I would obviously take it easy for the first month and not do as much physical stuff, but how long should I be worried about someone bumping into me or things like that?

Any intelligent input would be appreciated, thank you!
- ANSWER:
  Not feeling as perky as you’d like to feel in life, and in body? Considered the idea of Breast Enlargement procedures, but couldn’t justify the high prices? Then you’ve come to the right place! As an Elite Cosmetique Member, you can save up to 25% on Breast Augmentation (augmentation mammaplasty) through Elite Cosmetique’s Network of providers!
  
  Breast Augmentation (augmentation mammaplasty) is a procedure to enlarge the breasts with an implant. Important considerations in the augmentation include whether to use saline or cohesive gel implants, the location of the incision, and the size of the implant. Augmentation usually does not correct saggy breasts.
  
  Average Cost: ,500 to ,000
  Procedure Length: 1 to 2 hours
  In/Outpatient: Outpatient
  Anaesthesia: General or local with intravenous sedation
  Recovery Period: Back to work in 6 to 8 days. Vigorous activities in 3-4 weeks.
  Frequency of Treatment: Once based on need or desire for replacement
  Duration of Results: At least 10 to 15 years. Breast size and shape may change over time
  
  Hope this helps!