So discussing asymmetry is always fun and interesting.  Once I’ve pointed out to the patient all of their asymmetries then they want me to make them symmetric.  Huh?  Take for example breasts.  A patient comes in for a breast augmentation.  She’s happy with her breasts but wants them larger.  So after pointing out the asymmetries and informing her that breast augmentation may enhance those asymmetries I’ll often hear “well can you make them the same?”  Again, huh?  No I can’t but I will certainly try to make them of equal size.

The reality is that symmetry in nature doesn’t exist.  When we see symmetry, say in art work, it takes on a peculiar appearance and our minds have a interesting time comprehending it.  So enjoy the differences in your body and know that while plastic surgeons will try to make each side similar we will never make them symmetrical.

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