A mastectomy is a surgical procedure in which the doctor removes part or all of the breast. It is most commonly done in cases of breast cancer. What are a Woman’s Choices After Undergoing a Mastectomy? A woman who has had a breast removed has three basic choices: doing nothing, getting a prosthetic breast or […]
Reconstructive Surgery Following Mastectomy
If you’ve been diagnosed with breast cancer, reconstruction may be the farthest thing from your mind at first. A cancer diagnosis can be terrifying and treatments generally begin immediately. Once you’ve beaten your cancer into remission, however, you may realize you’re not happy with the result of your mastectomy. If you feel you may be […]
Breast Reconstruction Surgery Following Breast Cancer
What Is Breast Reconstruction Surgery? For women who have survived breast cancer but have had to lose a breast in the process, breast reconstructive surgery can be a viable option. Advances in medicine and technology allow plastic surgeons to rebuild the removed breast in order to match the shape and size of the other. Women […]
Breast Reconstruction Awareness Day
At Real Cosmetic & Plastic Surgery, located in Moonee Ponds outside Melbourne, we want people to know that this week Australia will mark Breast Reconstruction Awareness (BRA) Day. At Real Cosmetic & Plastic Surgery, Dr. Stephen Salerno performs breast reconstruction procedures for women who have undergone cancer surgery. To learn more, contact Real Cosmetic today. […]
