Asymmetry advice and mentally dealing with implants

Hi,

I have uneven breasts, ones a b and ones a d. I’m 26 and they’ve been like this since I was about 14, sometimes it’s really noticeable and sometimes not as much, depends on what I wear and stuff. Have spent years trying to just ‘get over it’ but I’m getting to the point where it’s really upsetting me again now and I’m obsessing over getting it sorted.

I’ve never liked the idea of implants. The thought of having something false inside my boobs really doesn’t sit well with me for some reason, I don’t know why it bothers me but I just hate the thought of it. I looked into fat transfer but it’s soooo expensive and the results aren’t guaranteed which majorly concerns me as I definitely don’t have 7 grand to spare for the fat to just break down again.

So what I’m asking really is anyone who’s had/thinking about implants.. did it bother you? Like does it take a while mentally to deal with it or were you just happy straight away? And can you still sleep on your front? Do they feel really fake to touch, I’d want them to feel as natural as possible?

I hate the idea of implants but I just don’t know what else to do because I’m so sick of being embarrassed of one of my breasts and having to put loads of extra padding in everything to even them out :(.

Any advice stories of asymmetry or even just your experience with how you dealt with it after the op would be much appreciated!!

Thanks

Hello!

I’ve been unhappy with my boobs since I was 14, because I felt that they were too small. I’m now 28, and 6 weeks post op.

Do implants bother me:
Before surgery no, it’s the only way I could think to solve my body issues. After breastfeeding two children my boobs felt and looked completely deflated so I was just looking forward to having some shape again! I wished there was a other way around this, but to me there wasn’t.
After surgery, a few days after my op I had to make a small effort not to freak out that there were implants inside of me. Inside!! Weird, suddenly it felt more unnatural.
Mentally, it took me 2 weeks to feel relatively happy with my decision to have implants. The first 2 weeks after surgery you’re mobility and comfort are significantly reduced, and I found this difficult to cope with. I knew about the recovery, but when it actually happened it was hard! I felt regret and misery in all honesty. No way was I happy immediately. My thoughts were I could’ve not had the op, saved loads of money and be able to move around however I wanted. I missed being able to hugy children properly, and I missed being independent. To start with you need to rely on the help of others for a lot!

Sleeping on your front:
My surgeon recommended that I never sleep on my front again. Ever. Also, wearing a sports bra at night in also advised, again forever.

Do they feel fake to touch:
Hard to evaluate yet, I’m only 6 weeks post op which is still early days really! They were hard as rocks to begin with but they have softened up considerably now, however they are still nowhere near feeling like natural boobs but I think that is because I’m only 6 weeks post op. It can take up to a year from them to completely settle.
I would advise doing your research, and if you book a consultation then tell you surgeon exactly what you’d like. Not everyone one to look/feel natural when they have implants, so make your wishes known and don’t settle for the first surgeon you see.
A surgeon can never guarantee to resolve all asymmetry. I have two different sized implants due to asymmetry, I’m still a bit swollen on my right side (bigger implant, plus the right side had a mini lift which the left didn’t) so I’m nowhere near seeing the final result.

6 weeks on, I do have shape again! I have curve! If I wear a loose top I don’t think anyone can really tell a difference, together tops and low cut tops there is a difference. I never wanted to look like Pamela Anderson though! I’m a size 8, 49 kilos and 5 foot 5 and I wanted to still look in proportion to my petite frame. I have achieved this and I do look forward to seeing the final result.

Hi, i’ve just had a breast shave on my larger side as part of my ba, maybe you could correct the asymmetry that way, without having implants if happy with a b cup?

I had asymmetry one c and the other a d. They were deflated from breastfeeding and looked saggy. The implants have refilled the skin and lifted them and are now the same size. I’m 3months postop and I can’t even feel the implant now and they are so squishy, don’t think anyone would notice to touch them at all. X x. X

Corrine can i ask do they feel awful like when you are pregnant and your boobs just become huge and saggy and painful or when they settle do they actually feel comfortable and light. I want mine doing after my baby (due feb) as i know they will seriously deflate like last time to nothing but i dont think i could cope living the rest of my life with boobs similar to those in pregnancy. x

Thanks for your reply ?! my b side is significantly under developed and a rubbish shape so it’s not an option for me as that’s the one I’m really unhappy with, but thank you for the suggestion anyway, Definitely wish I could go down that route!! x

Thanks for your reply jo, yeah that’s what I’d be scared of waking up and feeling like omg I have implants under my skin, it just makes me go funny the thought of it!!

That sounds really promising that they have already become a lot softer! im also small I’m only 5’1 and a size 8-10 but I’ve got a curvier shape so a D suits my figure well without looking top heavy.

The sleeping thing and wearing a sports bra would concern me as I hate wearing anything fitted to sleep!

Thanks so much for your advice and answering all my Qs 🙂 x

Thank you so much for your reply makes me feel a bit more positive about looking into it ?!! That’s what I’d want, I hate the thought of it feeling fake or looking fake, who did you go to?x

I felt the same! Really didn’t like the idea of a ‘foreign object’ being inside my body – I don’t even like blood tests because I feel the metal of the needle shouldn’t be in my arm.
I’m now almost 4 months post op and it just does not bother me! There is the very occasional feeling (not pain) where I’m like oh that’s not real, but I am just so so so happy that it doesn’t freak me out at all.
I don’t want to encourage you to do something that you’re not comfortable with but just want to say that for me it was the best thing I ever did 🙂 good luck whatever you decide x

Heather they felt like breastfeeding boobs just after they were done. Very gorged and heavy. But now I honestly can’t feel the implant. I can’t explain to you how squishy mine are now, they just feel normal but heavier but they are bigger so would be heavier anyway. X x x

Thank you Emily, I hope I’d be the same if I decided to get it done! that’s kinda how I am although needles don’t bother me as I’ve been in hospital lots of times and stuff so I’m used to it, but the thought of an implant under my skin makes me go all funny haha. Fingers crossed if I was happy I wouldn’t care too, just have no idea what to do so it’s good to hear the positives from other people ?!! xx

Hi Gracie, I just want to give you my personal experience because this was something I was worried about too. I had 300 unders and am 3mpo.
I am a worrier and over thinker, and I always assume the worst!!
If I’m being honest I was really upset for 1-2 weeks after my surgery, my pain was a 2/10 but my body just didnt feel ‘right’ (I really think general anaesthetic hit me hard and took weeks to recover), I had panic attacks, regretted my decision, it really caused me a lot of stress, because there was something in my body that I couldn’t get out. ‘Boobie blues’ was very real for me.
3 months later I can still sort of feel them, I mainly have a sore spot in my armpit and get a few shooting pains. It’s very easy to forget they’re there, but they’re not 100% normal. Mine look & feel very natural. I love the way they look. I am hoping over time I’ll not think about them at all. I think I’ve found it more difficult to adjust to them than most people would – I know I’m an exception, so I really don’t want to put you off!!
I can’t sleep on my front – its uncomfortable and I can feel them. I’m a side sleeper and was worried about this – but I started sleeping on my side again about 4wpo! It’s slightly uncomfortable but I’ve barely thought about it.
I would just say if there’s doubt in your mind then give it more time, I’m happy with my decision because they look great, but it’s taken me a couple of months to adjust xx

Thank you for replying Sian, you sound really similar to me, I’m a panicker too and overthink things way too much! It’s good that you are really happy with the way they look, I think if they were just what I wanted and felt natural maybe I’d get over the idea of it in the end but I’m just not sure. There’s so much to consider, don’t have a clue what to do!! xx

Hello!
Okay, I am 33 & for years I had crippling anxiety about my breasts. After a 4 stone weight loss I had empty A cups & hugely oversized Areola’s. Mix with general anxiety & a huge fear of needles & what a cocktail?
I decided one day that I was going to make the change, I met a lot of surgeons & thought very seriously about it.
I would say please make sure your really 110% sure as it’s a big, expensive & serious choice. I hate the idea of people being unhappy, but please consider at that at first it feels a little surreal. I am 2 days post op, I went under the muscles & had my Areola’s reduced. Due to how much I wanted it, I found a burst of confidence/calm on the day. But getting on the threatre bed felt like “Oh shit, this is real”.
They do feel a bit hard, but they don’t look hugely faux, I went with a modest size & despite feeling low with today, I am very happy.
I hope that helps/gives another view point x

Thank you KB, it’s good to hear from people that are really happy with their results x

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