Breast asymmetry may arise as a result of differences in how the two breasts develop in adolescence, uneven effects of weight gain or loss, changes after pregnancy or breastfeeding, as a result of previous surgery or injury, or following reconstruction.

Ms Fitzgerald evaluates each case on an individual basis. A number of factors will influence the procedure that I recommend to you. As well as considering what is technically possible in each case, your feelings about which of the two breasts you prefer, your ideal breast size and shape, your thoughts about scars, silicone implants, extent and number of surgeries, and amount of down-time will all be taken into account. Our aim is to provide an individualised treatment plan, developed in collaboration with you.

Please note that Ms Fitzgerald does not offer breast reconstruction surgery (post breast cancer), although procedures to the contralateral breast (such as a reduction or uplift), are offered. The best first step if you have concerns regarding symmetry post breast reconstruction, is to speak with the surgeon who has done the reconstruction for you. 

Many different surgical techniques may be used, such as inserting implants, a breast uplift or reduction procedure, fat transfer, scar revision, or nipple reconstruction. Non-surgical techniques such as laser or scar management may also feature in the treatment plan.