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There are many factors for patients to consider when they are considering breast reconstruction, whether it’s due to breast cancer, prophylaxis for a genetic predisposition, or as part of gender-affirming surgery. Midwest Breast & Aesthetic Surgery has a blog series describing the various breast reconstruction procedures they provide. These blogs are written in patient-friendly language and thoroughly describe reconstruction options, procedures, how to prepare and what to expect, aftercare, and more. Our content also delves deeper and explores the feelings and perspectives of patients, families, and loved ones, which adds a dose of realness. We offer advice on how to choose a surgeon to perform your procedure; providing pointers on what questions to ask and determining which physician will be the best fit. After reading our blogs about breast reconstruction, we are hopeful that you will feel better informed and can plan for a successful surgery and smooth recovery.
You sit in another appointment, hearing words you never expected to learn. Mastectomy. Reconstruction. Implants. Recovery. Suddenly, you are making deeply personal decisions while still trying to process everything that just changed in your life. If you are searching for a reconstruction option that uses your own tissue instead of implants, DIEP flap surgery may... Continue Reading
Navigating the Journey of Reverse Top Surgery Pursuing reverse top surgery can be an empowering yet challenging decision for those seeking alignment with their gender identity. For some, embracing one’s authentic self may lead to detransitioning and reconsidering medical transitions made in the past. If you previously underwent FTM top surgery and are now seeking... Continue Reading
Aesthetic flat closure is a mastectomy technique that preserves the natural shape and contour of the breast. Unlike traditional mastectomies, aesthetic flat closure provides chest wall reconstruction that maintains the breast mound and avoids the concave, “sunken” appearance that mastectomy can sometimes create. If you’ve decided to go flat, the most important consideration you’ll need... Continue Reading
Aesthetic flat closure is a surgical procedure commonly performed after a mastectomy for patients who choose to remain flat instead of opting for breast reconstruction. The surgery is also a method of gender-affirming care for transgender men. It works by removing breast tissue and then tightening and smoothing the remaining tissues and excess skin to... Continue Reading
How Do I Prepare for FTM Top Surgery? What to Expect Preparing for female-to-male (FTM) top surgery is a journey full of ups and downs, hopes and fears, and lots of planning. You’re likely wondering what to expect during surgery and recovery, whether your insurance will cover the costs of the procedure, what to... Continue Reading
Understanding the Importance of Choosing the Right Breast Reconstruction Surgeon Breast reconstruction after cancer can be an emotional but worthwhile journey, which is why it’s important to choose a plastic surgeon in Ohio you feel comfortable with. The right surgeon will put you at ease by helping you make informed decisions, empathizing with your... Continue Reading
Choosing the Right Breast Reconstruction Option For You Breast reconstruction can be an important part of the recovery process for women who have undergone a mastectomy. Breast reconstruction surgery aims to restore the look and feel of a woman’s breasts after a mastectomy, and there are several options available for reconstruction depending on your... Continue Reading
Improving Surgical Outcomes: Preparing for DIEP Flap Breast Reconstruction DIEP flap surgery is one of the most preferred types of breast reconstruction. It uses skin, fat, and blood vessels from your abdomen to rebuild your breast after a mastectomy or lumpectomy. The recovery time for DIEP flap surgery is shorter than other breast reconstruction... Continue Reading
A mastectomy can affect the psychological well-being of breast cancer survivors. This is understandable since they have likely lost a significant amount of breast tissue, resulting in a loss of one or two breasts, and grapple with this fact every day. However, there is still life after a mastectomy. You are already in the stage... Continue Reading
Every woman diagnosed with early-stage breast cancer faces an important decision about what type of surgery to have. A mastectomy, the removal of one or both breasts, used to be the routine surgical treatment for breast cancer because it could reduce the risk of recurrence. However, a breast tumor does not leave patients with only... Continue Reading
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