View
333
Download
1
Category
Preview:
DESCRIPTION
Dr Dana discusses breast reconstruction surgery. Please visit www.DrDanaMD.com for more information.
Citation preview
Breast Cancer Breast Cancer Education and AdvocacyEducation and Advocacy
Palm Beach Plastic Surgery Center www.DrDanaMD.com
This presentation is only for education purposes only. Any medical advice can only be given during a consultation.
www.DrDanaMD.com
Breast Reconstruction
Cancer is simply a word, not a sentence
When Should I UndergoBreast Reconstruction?
Breast recreation can be done
At the time of mastectomy
After chemo and radiation
Years after treatment
Options for Breast Reconstruction
• Breast Implant based– A temporary adjustable implant for a
few months exchanged later for a permanent breast implant
• Reconstruction from your own tissue–Using extra tissue from places like your
belly or your back to rebuild your breast
Options for Nipple Reconstruction
• Prosthesis
• Surgical recreation
• Tattoo
Being complete once gain….
“I didn’t realize how closely connected my breasts were to my sense of self until I was faced with losing them. I wasn’t going to let cancer take away my spirit or my curves.”
- Margaret
www.DrDanaMD.com
Advocacy andVolunteering
The Breast Cancer Pinky Ring
• Designed by a breast cancer survivor
• Proceeds go to The Susan G. Koman Fund
The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society
www.drdanamd.com/dr-goldberg/mwoy
www.DrDanaMD.com
Recommended