Breast reconstruction surgery can be conducted using various techniques. The steps used in the cosmetic surgery will differ as per the technique chosen and whether the surgery is performed simultaneously with a mastectomy or later.

At the time of pre-op consultation, the surgeon will explain the procedure steps in order to educate and reassure the patient about what the surgery process will entail. Profound, righteous, and board certified female plastic surgeon Dr. Farah Naz Khan provides breast reconstruction surgery to patients in Dallas, Texas, and surrounding locations in the amazing Lone Star State.

Anesthesia

General anesthesia is mostly preferred in breast reconstruction surgery as it is a significant procedure. The patient will not be conscious during the surgery and will not feel any pain or have recollection of the surgery later. The patient’s medical condition and history pertaining to drug allergies will be evaluated before she is deemed fit for anesthesia.

Incisions

After the anesthesia, the surgeon will commence the reconstructive cosmetic surgery procedure by placing the incisions in a precise and discreet manner. The location and size of the incisions will depend on the type of surgical technique used.

Flap technique will need a higher number of incisions due to tissue relocation between areas being involved. The implant method will need fewer incisions. The time taken to recover and scarring will be affected by the size and number of incisions and the type of technique chosen.

Developing New Breast

The breast mound will be developed utilizing the implant or flap method as decided during the surgical planning phase.

Implant Reconstruction

This procedure will take place in various stages. Initially, a balloon expander will be placed beneath the skin and chest muscle to expand the area. Subsequently, liquid will be added to the expander over the next few weeks and months to stretch the skin appropriately to fit the implant size. When the skin has stretched adequately, saline or silicone implants will be placed.

In a few instances, both these steps can be executed together. Permanent skin expanders may be used as implants, as this would eliminate the requirement for the second stage of the procedure. The surgeon will determine the best treatment approach in close consultation with the patient.

Flap Reconstruction

This technique involves removing the excess tissue from a donor site and relocating it to the breast region. Blood vessels in the relocated tissue will be re-attached to new ones in the breast area. The new tissue will form the breast mound. An implant may additionally be placed in certain cases of flap reconstruction.

Bandages and Sutures

After the surgeon has developed a natural looking and symmetrical breast mound, the incisions will be closed using sutures and then dressed with bandages. The surgeon will offer detailed care instructions for the sutures and bandages to reduce the chances of developing an infection.

It is advisable to avoid strain in the incision areas for a period of about six weeks to facilitate a safe and quick recovery. If conventional sutures have been used, the surgeon will take these out in approximately a week to 10 days post-surgery.

Dignified, tremendous, and board certified female plastic surgeon Dr. Farah Naz Khan receives patients from Dallas, Texas, and other towns and cities in this part of the nation for breast reconstruction surgery and various other cosmetic and reconstructive procedures.

To schedule a consultation with Board Certified Dallas Plastic Surgeon, Dr. Farah Khan please call 469-437-5426 or click here to contact us.

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