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Breast Reconstruction
Regain confidence and restore your silhouette with personalized breast reconstruction designed to achieve natural, harmonious results.
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Breast Reconstruction Austin
Restoring Confidence and Well-Being
Breast cancer diagnosis and treatments like mastectomy or lumpectomy can profoundly impact a patient’s physical and emotional well-being. Dr. Bailey, a skilled breast reconstruction surgeon in Austin, specializes in advanced reconstructive breast surgery techniques to help you achieve your personal goals.
Whether you need breast reconstruction after mastectomy or lumpectomy, Dr. Bailey’s expertise ensures a customized plan to restore the natural appearance and feel of your reconstructed breasts.
Looking for Breast Reconstruction?
Contact us today to schedule your private consultation with Dr. Bailey, a board-eligible plastic surgeon, and take the first step toward reclaiming your sense of self.
What Is Breast Reconstruction?
Breast reconstruction is a surgical procedure designed to restore the breast mound, appearance, and symmetry of the breast after mastectomy or lumpectomy. This transformative process can include methods of breast reconstruction such as implant reconstruction or autologous tissue reconstruction. Whether performed immediately at the time of mastectomy or years later, these reconstructive procedures are tailored to your aesthetic goals and medical needs.
Dr. Bailey’s plastic surgery practice offers a wide range of options for breast reconstruction surgery, ensuring personalized care to align with your body, breast size, and individual preferences. Her approach integrates advanced surgical techniques to achieve natural breast contours and a harmonious outcome.
Breast Reconstruction Techniques
Dr. Bailey’s expertise as a breast reconstruction surgeon in Austin encompasses a variety of methods, ensuring optimal results for breast cancer survivors. She works closely with patients to develop a plan that suits their needs, whether through implant-based reconstruction or autologous tissue reconstruction.
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Implant-Based Reconstructive Breast Surgery
This method involves using saline or silicone implants to recreate the breast mound. Dr. Bailey’s techniques ensure natural-looking results:
- Single-Stage Reconstruction: Also known as direct-to-implant reconstruction, this approach places the implant during the time of mastectomy.
- Two-Stage Reconstruction: This process involves the use of tissue expanders to prepare the chest wall before placing permanent implants at a second stage.
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Autologous Tissue Reconstruction
Autologous tissue reconstruction uses the patient’s own tissue to achieve a natural appearance and feel. Options include:
- DIEP Flap Procedure: Abdominal tissue is used while preserving the abdominal muscles, offering a natural breast reconstruction option.
- TRAM Flap Reconstruction: Tissue and muscle from the lower abdomen are used to rebuild the breast.
- SGAP Flap: Tissue from the upper buttock region is transferred to form the breast, preserving gluteal muscle structure.
- PAP Flap: Tissue from the posterior thigh (upper inner thigh) is used, providing a reconstructive alternative for patients with limited abdominal tissue.
- LAP Flap: Tissue from the lateral thigh area can be harvested, offering another option for patients unable to use abdominal or gluteal donor sites.
- Latissimus Dorsi Flap: Tissue from the upper back is utilized, often combined with implants for additional volume.
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Combination Breast Reconstruction
Hybrid reconstruction combines implants with your body’s tissue, providing structure and a natural appearance. This option is ideal for patients who may want the benefit of autologous breast reconstruction but not have quite the amount of their own tissue required.
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Who Is a Candidate for Reconstructive Breast Surgery?
Breast reconstruction is an option for many patients who undergo a mastectomy or lumpectomy due to breast cancer. While the final reconstructive outcome typically takes place after completing treatments like chemotherapy or radiation, it’s crucial to involve a plastic surgeon before surgery and often even before starting chemotherapy and radiation. This early collaboration ensures a well-planned approach, allowing you to proceed with reconstruction at the most suitable time.
Ideal candidates for reconstructive surgeries:
- Are in good overall health.
- Have completed or plan to complete standard cancer treatments, such as chemotherapy or radiation.
- Have realistic expectations about the outcomes.
Dr. Bailey’s patient-centered approach begins with your initial consultation, during which she addresses your goals, lifestyle, and medical history. By getting involved early in your treatment journey, Dr. Bailey can help you navigate the timing of surgeries and choose the breast reconstruction method that best suits your individual needs.
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Initial Consultation
During your consultation, Dr. Bailey will:
- Review your medical history and discuss your treatment journey.
- Explain your reconstruction options and help you decide on the best approach.
- Create a personalized surgical plan tailored to your goals.
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Surgery Day
Breast reconstruction is performed at a state-of-the-art surgical facility in Austin. Depending on the chosen method, such as implant-based reconstruction or a DIEP flap procedure, the surgical reconstruction of the breast may take several hours under general anesthesia.
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Recovery
- Initial Recovery Period: Most patients can return home the same day or within 1-2 days. You’ll need to rest and avoid strenuous activity.
- Long-Term Recovery: Swelling and bruising will gradually subside over several weeks. Dr. Bailey will guide you through follow-up visits to ensure optimal healing.
See if Breast Reconstruction is the Right Solution for You
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Advanced Techniques
Dr. Bailey is at the forefront of breast reconstruction, utilizing innovative methods to achieve outstanding results. -
Patient-Centered Care
Our approach emphasizes collaboration, compassion, and empowerment. We ensure you feel supported and informed every step of the way. -
Customized Results
No two patients are the same. Dr. Bailey takes pride in tailoring each procedure to your unique needs and preferences.
Why Choose Dr. Bailey in Austin for Breast Reconstruction?
Expertise You Can Trust
Dr. Bailey brings years of experience and specialized training in breast reconstruction, offering the highest standard of care in Austin.
Compassionate Care
State-of-the-Art Facility
Our surgical center is equipped with the latest technology, ensuring safety, comfort, and exceptional outcomes.
Contact Bailey Plastic Surgery Today
Take the first step toward reclaiming your confidence and restoring your sense of self. Contact Dr. Bailey’s Austin office today to schedule your consultation. Together, we’ll create a plan that helps you feel whole again.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Reconstructed Breasts
1. Is Breast Reconstruction Covered by Insurance?
Yes, most insurance plans cover breast reconstruction cost under the Women’s Health and Cancer Rights Act, ensuring that breast cancer survivors can access this vital reconstructive procedure. Whether you’re considering implant-based reconstruction, autologous tissue reconstruction, or a combination approach, our team will help you navigate your insurance coverage and understand the financial aspects of your breast reconstruction surgery.
2. Will Reconstructed Breasts Look and Feel Natural?
Reconstructed breasts closely mimic the natural breast’s look, feel, and symmetry although not perfect? Using advanced surgical techniques such as implant reconstruction or autologous tissue reconstruction with methods like the DIEP flap procedure, Dr. Bailey tailors each procedure to meet your body’s unique needs and your aesthetic goals. Whether your reconstructive breast surgery involves tissue expanders, natural breast tissue, or implants, the results will be designed to restore your confidence and appearance.
3. Can I Have Reconstruction After Radiation?
Yes, breast reconstruction after radiation is possible, but it requires careful planning. Patients undergoing radiation therapy may face additional challenges, such as changes in tissue elasticity or healing capacity. Dr. Bailey, a skilled breast reconstruction surgeon in Austin, will evaluate your medical history, breast cancer treatment plan, and reconstructive options to create a customized approach that aligns with your goals and ensures optimal outcomes. Techniques like flap reconstruction using abdominal tissue or combining implants with autologous tissue may be recommended for patients in this category.
4. Are There Risks Associated with Breast Reconstruction Procedures?
As with any surgical procedure, breast reconstruction carries potential risks. These may include infection, scarring, implant complications, or delayed wound healing. Our plastic surgery practice prioritizes your safety and satisfaction by employing advanced methods and state-of-the-art technology. Whether you choose implant-based reconstruction, autologous tissue reconstruction, or another method, you can trust Dr. Bailey and her team to provide comprehensive support and care every step of the way.