The first stage of breast reconstruction entails adding a tissue expander or implant after the mastectomy if receiving an immediate reconstruction. Some women may opt for delayed reconstruction. At one point during this multi-surgery rebuilding, implant removal may be requested or required. What should you expect during and after the implant removal process? Here is an overview …
After mastectomy surgery, women often choose to undergo breast reconstruction surgery. When the surgery is not performed along with the mastectomy, they may have tissue expanders set in place to make room for implants in the future. Here is what you should know What Are Tissue Expanders? A tissue expander is essentially a temporary, empty breast implant …
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If you have breast asymmetry after a lumpectomy, an implant-based reconstruction might not be necessary. At The Breast Center Park Meadows Cosmetic Surgery, our board-certified plastic and reconstructive surgeons have helped countless women restore their shape without breast implants. 1. Fat Grafting Can Fill Mild to Moderate Dents If you have a dented area around …
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Capsular contracture is the most common problem with implant-based breast reconstruction. Although surgeons employ several preventative strategies, such as thorough health screenings, minimal implant handling, and under-the-muscle placement, capsular contracture still happens. Learn how to recognize this complication and explore your effective treatment options below. What Are the Early Signs of Capsular Contracture? Capsular contracture is …
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You already know how important it is to lay the right groundwork for surgery. After all, you have experience getting ready for a mastectomy procedure as well as breast reconstruction. But now that you’re pursuing corrective surgery to address complications or aesthetic imperfections, you might want more information about the specific pre-operative guidelines our surgeons will issue. …
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You don’t have to live with the choices you made during your first implant-based breast reconstruction. For example, you can decide to change your implant type. These days, silicone implants are far more popular than saline ones, and lots of women are making the switch. Our board-certified plastic surgeons can help you love your results …
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The recovery process is an essential part of any surgical procedure. Breast reconstruction is no different. Here are six recovery rules that will promote healing and help things go smoothly: Don’t eat a big meal: It’s best to start with clear liquids. Eat bland foods such as toast and crackers and see how well you tolerate them before resuming your …
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Implants remain the most common method of rebuilding breasts after mastectomy surgery. However, that does not mean they are well-understood by prospective reconstruction patients. Our board-certified plastic and reconstructive surgeons want you to have the information you need. Here, we debunk some of the most common myths about implant-based reconstruction. Myth: Breast Implants Look Unnatural …
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Many women feel an overwhelming sense of closure after finishing their breast reconstruction. That is why the idea of encountering complications or needing more surgeries can be upsetting. If you are in this situation, it is important to realize that you are not alone. According to a study published in JAMA Surgery, one in three …
Although you probably believed your breast reconstruction journey was behind you, that may not always be the case. You could decide that you are dissatisfied with your cosmetic results. Or you might develop a complication over time that adversely impacts your health or quality of life. It is important to realize that you do not …
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