Ojas Breast Clinic

Your Natural Breasts

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All You Wanted To Know

About Your Breasts

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Ojas Breast Clinic

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Dr.V.K.Srinagesh, a plas�c, cosme�c and reconstruc�ve surgeon, with over 24 years of experience has been trained by the leaders of the speciality. He has had a wide experience in trea�ng pa�ents with congenital defects, trauma reconstruc�on, maxillofacial surgery, general plas�c surgery, cosme�c surgery and cancer reconstruc�on. His passion for helping cancer pa�ents to lead a near normal life has driven him to reach out to treat breast cancer pa�ents who live with poor self esteem and pain.

History depicts the feminine beauty embossed in pain�ngs or sculptures

depicted as females with the beauty of breasts. This is true right from the th

Medieval Period through the 20 century to the present day. Breasts are a sign

of the feminine gender and serve as representa�ves of womanhood. It is a daily

physical reminder that a female is definitely a woman, the aesthe�c crea�on of

God.

Breasts are an essen�al and integral part of a woman's body. The breast differs

from other parts of the anatomy. It plays an important role in mothering and

nourishing the young. This part of her body remains highly important to her as a

connec�on to her womanhood/ femininity, sensuality ‐ above all motherhood.

Enhancement

Increasing the size of the breast is a process which can be achieved popularly by

using implants. Depending on the body cons�tu�on and many other factors

type and size of implant can be selected which is inserted under the breast to

give a projec�on and desired look. Another be�er solu�on/ treatment is by fat

transfer which has a double benefit, where the surgeon helps by “Taking fat

from an unwanted area and pu�ng it back where you want it”. An extremely

safe procedure when done in experienced hands. Recently there have been

many kinds of medica�ons/ inven�ons of certain gel injec�ons, which give

instantaneous enhancement of your breasts, bu� and face. (One should be

aware of these gimmicks being done by some beau�cians, hairdressers and

the like. These lead to a lot of complica�ons and may require repeated and

frequent hospitaliza�on – in simple words the side effects of a quacks

treatment).

Reduction

Decreasing size of breast is a process which is achieved by removing excess

breast �ssue, fat and skin and reposi�oning the nipple to the right posi�on.

Deflated breasts are a result of repeated child births or weight loss causing

sagging of the breasts. Correc�on can be achieved either by AFT or ge�ng rid of

the sagging and inser�ng implants or reposi�oning breast �ssue to give shape.

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Post Cancer Reconstruction

Treatment is dependent on type, posi�on, extent and grade. Treatment varies from

chemotherapy to radia�on to par�al removal of the breast or total removal of the

breast. Some�mes, a combina�on of various procedures needs to be combined.

With advent of newer methods of early detec�on of cancer and good outcome in

cancer treatments coupled with increasing evidence of breast cancer in younger age

group, breast reconstruc�on is the need of the hour.

A detailed discussion with your Oncologist, Oncosurgeon, Radia�on oncologist and

Plas�c surgeon can give you op�ons of reconstruc�ons depending on the grade of

cancer and the treatment scheduled for you. Primary reconstruc�on can be

contemplated for early cancers, where radia�on therapy is not required or planned.

For those who undergo radia�on secondary reconstruc�on can be planned.

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In certain condi�ons, some very complex reconstruc�on may be required. But

thanks to advancements in surgical techniques, simpler and more aesthe�c

results can be achieved without causing further deformity, complica�ons and

more mu�la�ng surgeries. It is almost like “magic” – recrea�ng breast with

unwanted fat.

There are many methods of reconstruc�ons that are performed according to

the condi�on and requirement to correct the problems. Some need volume

addi�on, some need volume removal while some need volume adjustment.

Depending on the situa�on a detailed discussion and planning is required

between the pa�ent and doctor to arrive at the best possible result for each

individual as everybody's physiology is not iden�cal.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. I'm otherwise normal. Am I the right candidate for the procedure?

Any woman above the age of 17 years otherwise healthy or inves�gated

properly with realis�c thoughts is right candidate for breast surgeries.

2. Will correc�ve surgeries affect breast feeding in future?

In an otherwise normal woman, breast enhancement surgeries can be done

without affec�ng lacta�on. In breast reduc�on and reconstruc�ve

procedures the op�ons need to be discussed in detail at the �me of

counseling.

3. What are the different procedures normally done and what is right for me?

Breast implants, breast reduc�on, mastopexy (a procedure where the

volume is ok but sagging is pronounced need to be corrected to give shape

and size. Some�mes an implant has to be added to the procedure if volume

is deficient). However you could discuss with your doctor and get

inves�gated thoroughly before taking a decision.

4. Are implants safe?

There are a variety of implants available in the market. Please choose the

right doctor who will use only approved implants. Never compromise on

quality.

5. I'm suffering from breast cancer. What should I discuss with my doctor

with regard to breast reconstruc�on?

Ask your doctor details about the type of surgery and possibility of

radia�on. If you are in the early stages then procedures like lumpectomy,

nipple sparing and skin sparing surgeries are possible which will greatly help

in giving you a more natural and normal appearance.

6. I have a family history of cancer. Can I undergo breast correc�ve surgery?

Recent trend shows that many women a�er discussing with their

Oncologist/ Oncosurgeon are undergoing prophylac�c mastectomy and

reconstruc�on. Immediate reconstruc�on is a possibility one can consider

and those interested should get in touch with a qualified and experienced

Plas�c surgeon regarding the op�ons.

7. I am presently undergoing treatment for cancer and am interested in

undergoing breast reconstruc�on. When is the right �me?

If radia�on is not planned for you then immediate or early correc�ve

surgery can be considered within 6‐8 weeks. If you are undergoing radia�on

then reconstruc�on should be planned 3‐6 months a�er comple�on of

radia�on.

8. Will radia�on affect the outcome of my reconstruc�on?

In fact, with the newer techniques done by us, the ill effects of radia�on on

the skin and breast are grossly reduced and the condi�on will improve

drama�cally and we are trying to extend this benefit for pa�ents who are

ge�ng affected by radia�on at other sites too.

9. Is it a one stage procedure?

We believe in giving the best outcome with an a�empt to restore the loss in

toto. Though every a�empt is made to minimize the number of surgeries we

do not make false promises or assurances. The end jus�fies the means.

Consistent, con�nuous, comprehensive consulta�on with the doctor will be

of great help.

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