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breast augmentation for misshapen breastsMisshapen breasts can result from several causes, including congenital or developmental conditions, a previous breast augmentation procedure that did not go as planned, and pregnancy and breastfeeding. Breast augmentation surgery can be performed to fill out the breasts and give them a more rounded and full appearance.

Will Insurance Conver Surgery for Misshaped Breasts

Patients should know that in cases of augmentation to correct misshapen breasts, there is little chance that their insurance will cover the procedure. Even in instances where the patient has a congenital or developmental deformity, such as tuberous breasts, insurance generally will not cover the cost of breast augmentation. Patients wishing to explore this possibility can get help from our team. We are happy to provide paperwork and file the claim for reconstructive breast surgery patients, but not all cases will be approved.

Congenital or Developmental Breast Deformities

Congenital or developmental breast deformities can include such conditions as tubular breasts (where the breasts are overly long and spaced far apart), extra breast formation, asymmetrical breast size, complete lack of breasts, or various nipple deformities. All of these can be corrected with breast surgery, including possible augmentation, depending on the individual cases. It is not unusual for full correction to take more than one procedure. In cases of congenital or developmental breast deformities, it is best to wait until age 17 or 18, once the patient has finished their growth spurt. By this time, the breasts will usually have reached their final size and shape.

Many of the same rules regarding side effects, risks, and recovery time for standard breast augmentation procedures will also apply to those procedures done to correct deformities. Patients should expect bruising and swelling for the first seven to 10 days following surgery and will be required to wear a compression garment to reduce these side effects. Patients should expect to return to regular activities, including work, about a week after surgery. Any strenuous activity or exercise should wait until six to eight weeks following surgery.

Correction of Previous Breast Augmentation

It is unfortunate that in some instances, a breast augmentation procedure may not go as planned. The implants may shift, leak, or rupture. In such cases, a second breast implant revision surgery is required to correct the problem. In other cases, the patient may decide that they want a different size or shape of the implant or removed altogether. In most of these cases, the second procedure is relatively simple in removing or replacing the implants.

Whether due to a congenital or developmental deformity or to correct a previous breast augmentation, there are various ways to correct misshapen breasts. Patients are encouraged to discuss their plastic surgeon options to decide on the best choice to meet their needs. Contact us today to schedule a consultation to determine how breast implants can be used to fill out the breast shape.

*The content in this blog is developed to spread the awareness towards plastic surgery. Our blog is not intended to serve as a replacement for an actual in-office consultation with Dr. Marin. As such, the information within this blog reflects the unique cases of our individual patients.

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In light of the state wide restrictions on non-essential businesses to help reduce the spread of COVID-19, we are rescheduling all of our elective appointments until the global circumstances improve. Our necessary post-operative appointments will be made, as needed, to address immediate surgical concerns such as suture removal and acute postoperative issues. All non-acute follow up appointments, fillers and Botox will need to be postponed until after the quarantine period mid April. Our office will reach out to all patients who need to be rescheduled.

We will be offering new patient virtual consultations online and via Skype that can be scheduled through our website or by emailing info@marinaesthetics.com. Also, we will offer follow-up appointments in the same manner to help manage our patients’ concerns while still respecting the need for social distancing.

We appreciate all of your understanding during these difficult times for all of us.

Stay safe,

Dr. Main and the Marin Aesthetics Team