Reconstruction Options

Breast reconstruction is a highly individualized surgical procedure. While its overall goal is to help folks feel restored after mastectomies, your body, your more specific goals, and your lifestyle play critical roles in determining the best breast reconstruction option for you. Your plastic surgeon can help you determine which options work well within those factors, however, it can help to enter that consultation with some information on what is available.
BreastReconstruction.org is a non-profit organization and information resource that offers comprehensive information on all your breast reconstruction options alongside context to help patients understand how that surgical information applies to them. You can use the links below to access their website to learn more about each procedure.

Lumpectomy & Oncoplastic Surgery

Lumpectomy removes only part of the breast to treat breast cancer. Oncoplastic surgery can help reduce any contour abnormalities it causes.

Secondary Procedures & Revision Surgery

In many cases, breast reconstruction takes multiple steps to complete. In others, patients may choose to have additional procedures to refine or correct their results.

Mastectomy & Genetic Mutations

Advances in mastectomy techniques and genetic testing have profoundly influenced breast reconstruction. This context may help you understand your options.

Recovery & Risks

Recovery, risks, and long-term maintenance are essential considerations as you choose a type of breast reconstruction.