Breast Reconstruction

Breast reconstruction procedures for women who have had one or both breasts removed with a mastectomy following cancer or for other reasons. Breast reconstruction following mastectomy has become a vital part of the recovery process when a patient has had cancer, allowing her to regain a natural breast mound.

A woman might choose to have breast reconstruction for many reasons:

• To make her chest look balanced when she is wearing a bra or swimsuit
• To permanently regain her breast shape
• So she won’t have to use a breast form that fits inside the bra (an external prosthesis)
• To be happier with her body and how she feels about herself

Breast reconstruction often leaves scars, but they usually fade over time. Newer techniques have also reduced the amount of scarring. When you’re wearing a bra, your breasts should be alike enough in size and shape to let you feel comfortable about how you look in most types of clothes. After a mastectomy, breast reconstruction can make you feel better about how you look and renew your self-confidence.