BREAST RECONSTRUCTION
Reconstructive breast surgery is a cosmetic surgical procedure used to reconstruct a woman’s breast or breasts, typically for women who have undergone mastectomies. Generally, the new breast is constructed to match the remaining natural breast by using either breast implant (the prosthetic reconstruction or heterologous reconstruction ) or by using tissue from elsewhere in the woman’s body (the autogenous reconstruction) – either of which are used to create the breast mound.
Generally the prosthetic reconstruction is simpler to do than the autogenous reconstruction. After a pocket is created, tissue expander is positioned and is generally increased in size over 3 to 6 months until the desired size and shape is achieved. Next the expander is replaced with the permanent breast implant. An autogenous reconstruction requires the tissue from either the back, buttocks or thighs and is moved and shaped to the new breast to create it.
What are the benefits of having Breast Reconstructive surgery at Michael Medispa?
Dr Constantinos Michael is a reputable plastic surgeon and specialist in reconstructive and aesthetic surgeries - a major benefit on having breast reconstructive surgery at Michael Medispa. Another benefit is that our surgeon has a dedicated team and working relationships with physicians, radiologists, oncologists and other surgeons.
Who is a candidate for breast reconstructive surgery?
Candidates for breast reconstructive surgeries can be of any age and ethnic group that have either lost breast due to oncologic procedures or injuries.
Will breast look natural after a reconstructive surgery is performed?
With a well balanced combination of expertise and technological advances in breast reconstruction - It is possible to attain a natural (as possible) looking results.
Can I have breast reconstructive surgery whilst having a Mastectomy or double Mastectomy procedure?
Yes. Both are possible.
