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Recovery and Aftercare for Nipple Reconstruction Surgery

Nipple reconstruction surgery is a transformative step in the journey of breast reconstruction, offering many individuals a renewed sense of wholeness and confidence. Whether you’re considering this procedure or have recently undergone it, understanding the recovery process is crucial for achieving optimal results. In this blog post, we will provide a detailed overview of what to […]

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Signs You Might Need Breast Reconstruction Revision Surgery

Autologous Breast Reconstruction

Breast reconstruction revision surgery is a procedure performed to address issues that may arise following initial breast reconstruction surgery. It may happen due to changes in breast shape or size, implant complications, or aesthetic concerns. Breast reconstruction revision surgery can help patients achieve their desired outcome and improve the results of their initial reconstruction. In this

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Natural Look and Feel: The Aesthetic Benefits of DIEP Flap Surgery

DIEP Flap Surgery

DIEP (Deep Inferior Epigastric Perforator) flap surgery is a reconstructive procedure that utilizes the patient’s tissue to rebuild the breast mound after a mastectomy. Unlike traditional implant-based reconstruction, DIEP flap surgery offers a more natural and long-lasting solution for breast reconstruction. In this article, we will explore the aesthetic benefits of DIEP flap surgery and how it can

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After a Mammogram: Lumpectomy vs. Mastectomy

Lumpectomy

Despite the encouragement and warnings of their doctors, many women don’t go for a mammogram or do breast self-exams. When you take your doctor’s recommendations, you are more likely to catch cancer earlier, which may give you the choice of having a lumpectomy instead of a mastectomy. While breast reconstruction is never mandatory, if you want equal

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What Are Tissue Expanders?

Breast Cancer

Tissue expanders help reconstruct a breast after a mastectomy. Your surgeon can place it during or after the mastectomy. Tissue expanders are empty implants with an access port. Your doctor adds liquid or air to the tissue expander on a regular basis, often weekly, to stretch the muscle and skin so an implant can fit in the

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What Is Delayed Breast Reconstruction and Who Is It For?

Delayed Breast Reconstruction after Mastectomy

The message behind delayed breast reconstruction is simple: if you want to reconstruct one or both breasts after a mastectomy, it is never too late to do so. While many patients decide to restore their original breast shape as part of the mastectomy procedure itself, delayed breast reconstruction can take place weeks, months, or even years later.

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Radiation and Breast Reconstruction: What You Must Know

Autologous Breast Reconstruction, Breast Cancer

A breast reconstruction can be a new start. You’ll want your results to look natural and appealing, but if you’re still undergoing radiation therapy, that isn’t always what happens. The connection between radiation and breast reconstruction is critical to understand so you can decide whether to delay your breast procedure. How Does Radiation Affect Breast Reconstruction Results?

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What To Expect After Implant Removal

Implant-Based Reconstruction

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

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What Is a Nipple-Sparing Mastectomy?

Mastectomy Options

Mastectomies are common treatments, with upward of 100,000 women in the United States receiving one annually. However, there’s a difference between a standard mastectomy and a nipple-sparing mastectomy. Learn more about this procedure and its benefits. Understanding Nipple-Sparing Mastectomies and How They’re Different From Traditional Mastectomies Both nipple-sparing and traditional mastectomies remove the breast as part

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Impacts of Radiation Therapy if You Have Breast Implants

Radiation and Breast Reconstruction

Each year, it is estimated that more than 200,000 women in the United States alone will be diagnosed with some form of breast cancer. For most women who are diagnosed with breast cancer, radiation and a combination of chemotherapy or immunotherapy solutions are presented. If you are someone who has had breast implants, you may

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