About Breast Reconstruction
Reconstruction surgery for the breasts is performed to restore one or both of the breasts to an attractive appearance in shape and size after a lumpectomy or mastectomy. It's also available to reconstruct a breast damaged by trauma or a birth defect. Advances in reconstructive surgery make it easier for breast cancer patients to feel complete and attain natural-looking breasts even after they have been removed. This surgery may involve several procedures and different stages that can be performed along with your cancer treatment or delayed until a later date. Lindon, UT our Plastic Surgeon, Dr. Kimball M. Crofts creates a unique surgical plan with compassion as we help you to restore your appearance and confidence at Aesthetica Plastic Surgery.
What to Expect
Breast reconstruction surgery is performed in various stages. In certain phases (like inserting an expander, or placing implants), general anesthesia may be used. Some patients will need to stay overnight, but this is based on the treatment phase. Once the last step has been completed in the breast reconstruction process, you will wear a supportive bra and you will be prescribed medication by Dr. Crofts to help control discomfort, bleeding, and swelling. Over time, the reconstructed breast(s) should appear more normal so you can feel more confident. Regular monitoring with mammograms and breast exams are essential and highly recommended for your ongoing health.
Aesthetica Plastic Surgery Reviews
My overall experience with Dr. Crofts was Great he takes his time to explain everything and I am extremely happy with my results I did not feel like just a number with him or his staff. I would definitely refer Dr. Crofts to my friend's.
Dr. Crofts is fantastic and does beautiful work. Whether you are interacting with the receptionist, nurses, or Dr. Crofts himself, they are all very kind and personable. Post surgery, the staff is great to answer any questions and return phone calls in a timely manner. It was a great experience from beginning to end.
Dr. Croft and his office staff are very professional. They gave me a warm welcome and made me feel very comfortable during my visit. They answered all of my questions and went above and beyond helping me to make up my mind about what size implants I wanted and even showed me how to know what was the best fit for my body’s shape and size.Dr Croft even helped me to understand that having elective surgery is about having confidence in your body and how it can boost self esteem. In doing so, he helped to ease my feelings of guilt because I felt like I was being “vain” when so many live with disfiguring scars and birth defects.And upon my request, Dr. Croft even gave my husband and I a quick tour of the recovery room and even let us peek into the operating rooms. The tour made us feel even more comfortable with my upcoming procedure.With so much care and thoughtfulness that went into my initial consultation, I’m very much looking forward to my surgery and I have the utmost confidence in choosing Dr. Croft and his staff at Esthetica for my procedure.
Loved my experience with Dr Crofts and all his nurses and assistants were so sweet and supportive to work with post surgery!!!!! I’m so happy with my results
Very good doctor appreciate everything he has done for me
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Benefits of Breast Reconstruction
Breast reconstruction surgeries performed at Aesthetica Plastic Surgery might be done for a few different reasons. Regardless of why you require or would like to have this procedure, our team will work with you to reach outcomes that have you feeling beautiful. Upsides of breast reconstruction at our Lindon, UT facility are:
- Increased view of self
- High success rate, low amount of risks, and lasting outcomes
- Ability to choose between of various reconstructive plans of action
- Getting proportion in the chest
- Fixing visual and medical issues alike
- Taking care of issues from prior surgeries
Ideal Candidates
Reconstruction of the breast(s) is an extremely personalized surgery. Every patient will be required to have an in-depth consultation with Dr. Crofts to create their treatment plan based on their concerns, needs, and suitable options. If you are thinking about breast reconstruction surgery, it is vital that you have realistic expectations for results. While Dr. Crofts aims to create a natural appearance, your newly reconstructed breast(s) may not have the same look, feel, or sensation as your original breast(s). You should get approval from your oncology team to have surgery and talk to Dr. Crofts about other medical conditions that may affect your recovery.
Additional Considerations
You may be able to recreate your breast(s) with the tissue expansion method. This involves placing a tissue expander under the breast wall and then slowly filling it with saline over the course of 4 – 6 months until the skin is properly stretched. You may then decide whether you would prefer to use breast implants or a fat transfer to create the shape and volume of the breast(s). After your breast reconstruction surgery, you may want to improve the look with areola and nipple reconstruction. There are several techniques to restore the nipple and areola so that it appears more attractive.
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Reclaim Your Self-Confidence
While the process of breast reconstruction can be lengthy, it is considered one of the most beneficial cosmetic surgeries for our Lindon, UT patients at Aesthetica Plastic Surgery. It may help decrease the physical and emotional impact of breast cancer treatment while also allowing you to restore your self-confidence and figure. If you have breast cancer, have had trauma to the chest, or have a congenital defect that affects the appearance of your breasts, we encourage you to call our Lindon, UT office and make an appointment with Dr. Kimball Crofts.