Implant Breast Reconstruction vs Breast Augmentation: What’s the Difference?

Share on Facebook Twitter Linkedin What’s the difference between implant breast reconstruction and breast augmentation?  There is a large misconception that breast reconstruction with implants is the same as a cosmetic breast augmentation. Although there are similarities, the procedures and outcomes are usually very different. Cosmetic breast augmentation is one of the most popular plastic surgery procedures performed today […]

Patients Asking Patients About DIEP Flap Breast Reconstruction

July 20, 2020 Share on   Facebook Twitter Linkedin What do other patients say about DIEP flap breast reconstruction?  For every patient considering breast reconstruction there are many questions and concerns. We strongly encourage our patients to connect with others who have completed their breast reconstruction journeys for personal insight and encouragement! Molly is scheduled to […]

Long-Term Patient Reported Outcomes: Implant vs Autologous Breast Reconstruction

Share on Facebook Twitter Linkedin What are patients long term satisfaction with their breast reconstruction results?  A study published in JAMA Surgery provides evidence-based insight into the long-term patient reported outcomes following breast reconstruction surgery. This information will continue to help patients make informed care choices. The study followed over 2,000 women across the US and […]

How to use Nutrition and Exercise to Prepare for Surgery, and Optimize Recovery and Healing

Share on Facebook Twitter Linkedin Are there ways to physically prepare for breast reconstruction surgery?  Preparing for surgery can include packing a hospital bag, arranging child care, cleaning the house and meal planning. But preparing your body for surgery is even more important. Nutrition and physical activity before and after surgery play a major role […]

PRMA is Expanding to Provide Safe Cosmetic Surgery and Breast Reconstruction Options to Laredo

Share on Facebook Twitter Linkedin PRMA Plastic Surgery, one of the world’s largest breast centers, announced today the practice will expand their cosmetic surgery and breast reconstruction expertise to Laredo, Texas. Dr. Oscar Ochoa will be opening clinic doors beginning August 3, 2018. “We are hoping that by expanding our clinic locations, more patients will […]

Driving Factors in Patient Breast Surgery Choices

Share on Facebook Twitter Linkedin What leads patients to choose their breast reconstruction surgery?  With so many surgical treatment options available for breast cancer patients today, it is important for surgeons to be aware of the driving factors leading patients to choose their treatment plans. A study published in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, sought to […]

PRMA Performs Record Breaking 74 Free Flap Breast Reconstruction Procedures in May

Share on Facebook Twitter Linkedin PRMA Plastic Surgery is excited to announce we have completed a record breaking 74 free flap breast reconstruction procedures for the month of May! This makes PRMA one of very few breast reconstruction centers in the world to perform such a high number of flaps in one month. “We are […]

Evaluation of Abdominal Muscle Size and Function after DIEP Flap Breast Reconstruction

Share on Facebook Twitter Linkedin Does DIEP flap breast reconstruction impact abdominal muscles? Patients have many options available for breast reconstruction available today. At PRMA, we believe the DIEP flap represents today’s ‘gold standard’ for reconstruction. Like the more commonly known TRAM flap, the DIEP flap also uses the patient’s lower tummy tissue to reconstruct a breast following […]

​What To Expect Between Breast Reconstruction Stages

Share on   Facebook Twitter Linkedin What can patients expect to look like between breast reconstruction stages?  Regardless of the type of breast reconstruction procedure being performed, more than one surgery is typically needed to achieve the best cosmetic results. A second procedure, referred to as “Revision Surgery” or “Stage 2 Reconstruction” takes place about three months […]

PRMA Plastic Surgery Performs Record Breaking 7,500th Microsurgical Free Flap Breast Reconstruction

Share on Facebook Twitter Linkedin We have exciting news!  We have hit a new major milestone by completing our 7,500th free flap breast reconstruction procedure! This makes PRMA one of busiest breast reconstruction centers in the world. Microsurgical free flap procedures represent the state of the art in reconstructive breast surgery after mastectomy. The breast tissue […]