Women who are diagnosed with breast cancer and undergo a mastectomy can take comfort in knowing that great advances have been made in reconstructive surgery. Today, it is possible for women to have their breasts restored with primary breast reconstruction so that they appear natural and attractive. However, for some women, this may require a secondary breast revision surgery.*
Our skilled surgeons, John Connors, MD, FACS and Alexandra Hart, MD, FACS, are both breast reconstruction revision specialists offering Atlanta women the chance to regain their confidence through this surgery. If you so desire, our team will work with you to determine a mutual goal and achieve the best outcome.
- Recovery Time: Four to six weeks
- Procedure Recovery Location: Outpatient
What Does the Breast Reconstruction Revision Procedure Involve?
Each reconstruction technique will be tailored according to the patient’s physical health, aesthetic goals, and personal preferences. While our providers will consider many factors when determining the course of surgery, the ultimate goal will be to ensure the patient is healthy and happy with their final breast results. To perform breast reconstruction revision, our surgeons typically use either breast implants or autologous fat transfer.
Reconstruction Revision With Implants
Breast reconstruction revision can employ the same types of implants used in a breast augmentation. Many women have breast implants placed during their primary breast reconstruction, but may want a change in implant size or breast shape.
What Does Recovery After Breast Reconstruction Revision Surgery Entail?
Like many types of breast surgery, breast reconstruction revision is performed under general anesthesia at an accredited surgical facility.
Please note that a reconstructed breast will not have the same sensation as the breast did before the mastectomy; however, over time, some of the sensation in your breasts should return to normal. This will depend on the extent of the reconstruction revision process and will vary by patient.
Moreover, the recovery process can be somewhat lengthy (often around four to six weeks), but many view it as the final step in their cancer journey; thus, the experience can be very rewarding. Most women are thankful for the opportunity to restore their breasts and are satisfied with their results.
Interested in scheduling your initial consultation? Contact Plastic Surgery Group of Atlanta today.
