Share on Facebook Twitter Linkedin Breast reconstruction is typically performed in two stages. For implant reconstruction, the first stage begins with a tissue expander being placed. Once optimal breast size is achieved, the tissue expander is replaced with a permanent breast implant. During stage 1 of autologous reconstruction (or reconstruction using your own tissue) the […]
Share on Facebook Twitter Linkedin At PRMA Plastic Surgery our board-certified plastic surgeons offer patients the opportunity to have breast reconstruction in two stages. The Revision Stage (stage 2) is typically performed about 3 months after the initial reconstruction as a day surgery (outpatient). Revision surgery is where our plastic surgeons can fine-tune the reconstructed […]
Share on Facebook Twitter Linkedin Have you ever heard the expression “if you look good, you feel good?” Well, turns out, there may be some truth in this funny saying! According to many research articles, the state of our psychological health is oftentimes a contributor to our overall health. In relation to breast reconstruction specifically, […]
Share on Facebook Twitter Linkedin A common misconception we often hear at PRMA Plastic Surgery is, “You’ll need to wait until after a mastectomy before having breast reconstruction.” This is not always the case. After breast cancer, many women are faced with the decision of potentially losing one or both breasts. In some cases, […]
Share on Facebook Twitter Linkedin DIEP flap breast reconstruction is considered to be a major surgery. Likewise, most reconstructive surgeries, including implants, can be considered major surgery as well. To avoid patients being put off by the idea of undergoing DIEP flap because it is a major surgery, we will explain why it’s deemed “major” […]
Share on Facebook Twitter Linkedin A common misconception we often hear at PRMA is, “My breasts will look unnatural after breast reconstruction.” The answer is no. Patients have many options when it comes to breast reconstruction today. These options range from “flap” techniques such as the DIEP flap which uses the patient’s own tissue to […]
Share on Facebook Twitter Linkedin We recently hosted a Facebook LIVE discussing high definition DIEP flap breast reconstruction. If you missed it, don’t worry! You can catch the replay below. What is high definition DIEP flap? Something that has been evolving in our practice is how we address the donor site and improve the […]
Share on Facebook Twitter Linkedin If you are worried about getting breast cancer, you might be asking yourself if there are any ways you can reduce the risk. Some risk factors, such as family history and genetics, are unavoidable. However, you can decrease your risk by making several healthy and manageable lifestyle changes. What can […]
Share on Facebook Twitter Linkedin During the early weeks after your breast reconstruction procedure, it is important to maintain light activity and range of motion in your upper extremities with gentle stretching and exercise. Your medical team will give you special instructions for post-surgery exercise recommendations specific to your needs. Patients are generally cleared to […]
Share on Facebook Twitter Linkedin Fat grafting surgery is an option for any individual seeking breast reconstruction following breast cancer. The procedure is performed by removing fat from one area of the body via liposuction and then reinjecting the fat into the chest/breast. Fat grafting can be performed following a lumpectomy to improve breast […]
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