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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Breast cancer can be stressful enough to deal with. Although the purpose of a mastectomy is to remove cancerous cells and remove unhealthy tissue, the purpose of the surgery is also to make sure the patient looks good and feels good. One of the ways this can be done is by performing a nipple-sparing mastectomy. Here
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Breast health is a topic of utmost importance for women all around the world. While mammograms and regular self-examinations play crucial roles in early detection, there are times when more proactive measures are necessary. Lumpectomy, a surgical procedure that removes only the tumor and a small margin of surrounding healthy tissue, is one such approach
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Breast cancer is a topic that often conjures images of women undergoing screenings and treatments, but did you know that breast cancer can also affect men? While it’s relatively rare, breast cancer in men is a reality, and it can be just as deadly. If you have a family history of breast cancer, regardless of your
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A mastectomy is the total removal of breast tissue in the hopes of removing cancer, and it can be beneficial and recommended for many different types of breast cancer, such as stages one, two, and three, as well as locally recurrent breast cancer. While undergoing mastectomy may be beneficial for you, different types can help not only your health
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Radiation therapy for breast cancer is typically utilized after a lumpectomy or mastectomy to ensure further removal and elimination of cancer cells and decrease the chances of cancer returning. The oncological benefits of radiation therapy have been well-documented. Complications may arise, however, if you have breast implants. Changes to the surrounding tissues, as well as to
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When it comes to enhancing one’s physical appearance, breast shaping surgery has become an increasingly popular option for individuals who have previously had breast reconstruction surgery. This category of procedures has evolved significantly over the years and offers a safe and effective way to achieve the desired breast appearance. Breast Shaping Surgery Breast shaping surgery is a
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Areola pigmentation, also known as areola tattooing or areola micro pigmentation, is a procedure that involves tattooing pigment onto the areolas (the dark circular areas surrounding the nipples). This procedure is commonly sought by individuals who have undergone breast surgeries, such as mastectomy or breast reconstruction and wish to restore the appearance of their areolas.
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If you’ve had a breast reconstructive procedure in the past and you aren’t happy with the outcome, a reconstructive revision procedure can help you feel happy with how you look. Feeling happy about your look is important, and this procedure can help you do just that. There are many reasons why you may want a breast
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Once you have made the decision that a breast reconstruction procedure is right for you, one of our surgeons will discuss further options for you, as there are quite a few options to choose from. Some procedures, known as flap procedures, use your own tissue to recreate the breast. One of the newer methods, known
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