New York Breast Reconstruction

Although breast reconstruction after a mastectomy cannot give a woman back her original breast, breast reconstruction surgery in New York is possible at our Breast Reconstruction center. We are experts at rebuilding a breast's shape, and giving women back their confidence and self-esteem.

New York breast reconstruction procedures are specifically designed to form a breast mound using tissue from other areas of the body, such as the abdomen, buttocks, back, or thighs. The breast mounds can also be formed by implants filled with saline (salt water) or cohesive silicone gel. The type of breast reconstructive surgery is decided according to the individual’s body type, cancer treatment needs, previous surgery, overall health and personal preference.

Types of Breast Reconstruction in New York

There are several types of perforator flap surgeries used for breast reconstruction. This technique uses excess tissue from the body, without harvesting any muscle, which is microsurgically transferred to the breast area to recreate the breast mound. These can all be performed either with a skin sparing mastectomy or in a delayed fashion for women who have already undergone a mastectomy.

Additional Breast Reconstruction Surgeries

Additional surgery can be performed immediately, or after a mastectomy, depending on the patient and stage of treatment. There are benefits in performing the breast reconstruction process simultaneously; however, our New York breast surgeons will only perform the procedure according to what is best for the treatment of the patient's primary disease. Regardless, the breast reconstruction process may include additional surgeries. Each additional surgery completes an important phase of breast reconstruction, such as adding a new nipple, reshaping the new breast, and operating on the opposite breast for symmetry.

You need not feel overwhelmed in making this decision or by having to make the decision. At our New York Breast Reconstruction center we’re not only experts in our field, but we also understand and are sympathetic about what you or a loved one may be going through. When you meet with us during consultation, we will be sure to answer all of your questions thoroughly and help you understand newer, more advanced procedures like the Deep Inferior Epigastric Perforator Flap. This way we can help you to make a well-informed decision about your treatment plan and ensure you are completely comfortable moving forward with surgery.

Please contact us today and learn about the possibilities available to you. We can help you get through this stage of your recovery. Call us today!

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