Breast Reconstruction

Breast reconstruction after mastectomy is an important part of the care of women with breast cancer.

Breast reconstruction is also more commonly being utilised in conjunction with prophylactic mastectomy for women at high risk of developing breast cancer, as made public by Angelina Jolie. 

The choice of breast reconstruction techniques are quite varied and may depend on how much breast remains, whether radiotherapy is required and the timing with regard to the mastectomy. They vary from implants alone, with tissue expanders, with a local or “free” flap of your own tissue or with flap surgery alone.

All surgery carries with it risks and complications. See here for a summary of the common risks. Risks specific to both your personal situation and the specific procedures you are seeking will be discussed in detail at your appointment with Dr Breidahl.

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Dr. Alan Breidahl

Dr. Alan Breidahl

Dr. Alan BreidahlPlastic and Reconstructive Surgeon Dr. Alan Breidahl is one of Australia’s most respected Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons. He is a specialist in post-traumatic and cleft lip-associated Rhinoplasty and has over 20 years clinical experience in all...

Lee Kuzma

Lee Kuzma

Lee KuzmaDivision 1 Nurse and Dermal Therapist With over 20 years of nursing experience and 15 years of dermal therapy experience, including anti-wrinkle injections, dermal fillers, IPL, peels and microdermabrasion, Lee is highly skilled to bring the best out in your...

Sonia Gemin

Sonia Gemin

Sonia GeminDivision 1 Post-operative Care Nurse Our always smiling and cheerful post-operative care nurse, Sonia has over 15 years’ experience in Plastic Surgery Nursing in both public and private hospitals. With a graduate certificate in Plastic Surgery and Wound...

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