Implant VS “Flap” Breast Reconstruction: Patient Reported Outcomes from Thin and Obese Patients

July 21, 2020 Share on Facebook Twitter Linkedin Does weight impact quality of life and satisfaction rates after “flap” breast reconstruction?  Patients today have many options to consider for breast reconstruction following a mastectomy. Reconstruction options include implants and microsurgical “flap” procedures like the DIEP flap. All options can provide patients with good results. However, it is important for […]

​Can You Get Breast Cancer in a Reconstructed Breast?

Share on   Facebook Twitter Linkedin What is breast cancer recurrence? Even after treatment, it is possible for breast cancer to return. This is referred to as a “recurrence.” Although the goal of treatment (whether it be surgery, chemotherapy, radiation, or a combination of the three) is to eliminate all cancer cells, it is possible […]

How Many Surgeries Does Breast Reconstruction Require?

July 21, 2020 Share on Facebook Twitter Linkedin There is a common misconception that breast reconstruction is complete after one surgery. Although the idea of having optimal outcomes after only one surgery sounds great, unfortunately this is rarely a realistic expectation. Implant Reconstruction The most commonly performed method of implant reconstruction involves placing a tissue expander at […]

Major Milestone at PRMA – 81 DIEP Flaps Performed in October

 July 21, 2020 Share on   Facebook Twitter Linkedin When PRMA Plastic Surgery first opened their doors in 1994, co-founders Dr. Pisano and Dr. Ledoux had one goal—providing the San Antonio community access to advanced breast reconstruction options. Fast forward 25 years, and the practice has well exceeded this goal! PRMA has become a world […]

5 Things You May Not Know About “Delayed” Breast Reconstruction

July 21, 2020 Share on   Facebook Twitter Linkedin Breast reconstruction, regardless of the procedure, can be performed at the time of a mastectomy (called immediate reconstruction) or some time after a mastectomy (called delayed reconstruction). There are a variety of reasons why a patient may not undergo immediate reconstruction. These include personal choice, lack of […]

3D Nipple/Areola Tattooing Now Offered at PRMA

Share on Facebook Twitter Linkedin Regardless of whether you choose to undergo nipple reconstruction or not, nipple/areola tattooing is an option as a “final touch” to your breast reconstruction results. There are a variety of tattooing options available to patients today.  These include traditional 2D tattoos, 3D tattoos and artistic tattoos (like a flower or butterfly). 2D options […]

What is “Flap” Breast Reconstruction?

July 21, 2020 Share on   Facebook Twitter Linkedin What is “Flap” Breast Reconstruction? 1 in every 8 women and 1 in every 833 men are diagnosed with breast cancer. Surgical treatment options for the treatment of breast cancer include a lumpectomy or mastectomy. These can lead to very significant changes in the appearance of […]

PRMA Performs Record Breaking 8,500th “Natural” Breast Reconstruction Procedure

Share on Facebook Twitter Linkedin Setting a new milestone today, we have completed our 8,500th microsurgical breast reconstruction procedure. This achievement distinguishes PRMA as one of the leading breast reconstruction centers in the world. “It’s such an honor to be a part of the team that helps women through this battle,” shares PRMA co-founder Dr. […]

Happy 25th Anniversary PRMA Plastic Surgery

Share on Facebook Twitter Linkedin The physicians and staff of PRMA Plastic Surgery celebrated the 25th anniversary of the start of the practice last week! Founded in 1994, Dr. Ledoux and Dr. Pisano began the practice with a dream to serve the San Antonio community by providing advanced breast reconstruction. Now a quarter century later, […]

Breast Implant Illness

Share on   Facebook Twitter Linkedin Over the years, we have seen a rise in the number of women coming to PRMA requesting to have their breast implants removed due to variety of health-related complaints, whether the implants were placed for cosmetic enhancement or for breast reconstruction following breast cancer surgery. What is Breast Implant Illness? Patients […]