Revisions & Enhancements
Breast reconstruction often requires more than one procedure to achieve optimal results. A number of revisions and enhancements are available to improve the outcome of your breast reconstruction.
Breast implants need to be replaced eventually. Many women exchange their old implants for new ones; others opt for natural tissue reconstruction instead of new implants.
Your plastic surgeon will use additional skin and tissue to recreate a nipple and/or areola for your reconstructed breast. Nipple and areola reconstruction is completely optional and is not necessary if you have a nipple-sparing mastectomy.
Fat grafting can give the reconstructed breast a softer, more natural feel. Liposuction is used for contouring at donor tissue sites or for creating symmetry between the breasts. Scar revision can improve the appearance of scars on the reconstructed breast and at donor tissue sites.
Fat grafting can give the reconstructed breast a softer, more natural feel. Liposuction is used for contouring at donor tissue sites or for creating symmetry between the breasts. Scar revision can improve the appearance of scars on the reconstructed breast and at donor tissue sites.
Revision surgery is corrective surgery for women who are unhappy with their breast reconstruction. Revision surgery includes implant replacement and redoing older breast reconstructions with updated methods and technology.
Contraindications and Alternatives
Your surgeon may recommend one or more revision and enhancement procedures to give you the best possible results for your breast reconstruction. Your personal preferences play an important role in decision-making about the final aesthetic outcome.
More Revision & Enhancement Procedures
Breast reconstruction is deeply personal. Your physician can help you understand your options and choose the procedure that feels right for you.
