If you have undergone a mastectomy following breast cancer treatment, breast reconstruction is often the next step in resuming a normal, healthy body image. Boca Raton plastic surgeon Dr. Handal is skilled and experienced in breast reconstruction surgeries and can work with you to achieve the results you desire.
Most women who have undergone treatment for breast cancer view breast reconstruction as the final phase of returning to their regular lives. Dr. Handal's goal is always to create results that are as natural-looking as possible, taking into consideration overall body size and shape and personal ideals.
Your breast reconstruction plastic surgery goals will be discussed realistically with Boca Raton plastic surgeon Dr. Handal. There are a number of breast reconstruction techniques available, and Dr. Handal will help you decide which option is best for you. Breast reconstruction is performed in conjunction with breast augmentation surgery using either silicone gel or saline breast implants. Together you will decide which procedures Dr. Handal will perform in order to achieve your desired results. You will set a date for surgery and be given instructions about how to prepare. You will also schedule a pre-operative appointment to review your medical history, take pre-operative photographs, and experiment with sizer implants.
Breast Reconstruction Procedure Details
On the day of surgery, you will have a final consultation with Boca Raton plastic surgeon Dr. Handal. Your breast reconstruction procedure will be performed under general anesthesia. Breast reconstruction plastic surgery is a highly individualized procedure, and Dr. Handal will discuss the details of your procedure before surgery.
