What to Know About Reconstructive Breast Surgery

Experienced in a broad range of techniques, our reconstructive surgeons are uniquely qualified to help women achieve beautifully natural results through reconstructive surgery. Whether you choose a flap technique that uses tissue from your own body or opt for an implant-based breast reconstruction, our surgeons will work to ensure your outcome meets your expectations and your desired results. For some patients, a combination of the two techniques may be used to produce the best possible results.

Who Is a Candidate for Reconstructive Breast Surgery?

The decision whether to have reconstruction surgery should, ideally, be made long before your mastectomy. That way, Dr. Fisher or Dr. Ehanire can work together with your surgical oncologist to achieve the best outcome for you. Some women don’t like the prospect of having another surgery and instead opt to wear external breast forms. But for others, this surgery is the first step down the road to full recovery. These are reasons you may want to consider breast reconstruction at Austin Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery:

• If you feel reconstruction will make you feel whole again
• If you feel reconstruction will give you back your self-confidence
• If you feel reconstruction will make you feel more feminine again
• If you worry about symmetry if only one of your breasts is affected
• If you don’t want to be limited in wearing certain necklines or swimwear that you enjoy

When you sit down for a private consultation with one of our expert reconstructive surgeons, they’ll evaluate a number of factors to help you determine if breast reconstruction is right for you.