Breast Reconstruction Revision in Charlotte, NC

Name: Breast Reconstruction Revision
Brand: Criswell & Criswell Plastic Surgery & Medspa
Rating: 4.8 (458 reviews)

Refining results after an initial reconstruction can profoundly improve comfort, symmetry, and confidence. Breast reconstruction revision addresses complications, restores balance, and enhances aesthetics, helping women feel more at ease in their own bodies.

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Breast Reconstruction Revision

Breast reconstruction surgery is a critical aspect of restoring confidence after a mastectomy. In some cases, the initial breast reconstruction may not have met your expectations. Various problems may have left you feeling dissatisfied with the appearance of restored breasts, such as the following concerns:

Capsular contracture
Breast asymmetry
Rippling
Excessive scarring
The restored breast fails to match the remaining breast
Infection
Pain
Poor or unnatural breast shape
Breasts that appear unnatural
Flap reconstruction failures

The Art of Breast Reconstruction Revision

Breast reconstruction revision surgery requires surgical skill, artistry, and experience in performing the most advanced surgical techniques. We are proud of our reputation for surgical excellence and our artistic approach to difficult surgical procedures, including breast reconstruction revision.

Advanced Surgical Techniques For Breast Reconstruction Revision

After undergoing breast reconstruction surgery, one hopes that the days ahead will be problem-free. Unfortunately, this is not always the case. Every patient is living with unique issues, and only a complete evaluation will reveal the procedure or combination of procedures necessary to resolve the issues. At Criswell & Criswell Plastic Surgery & Medspa, our highly skilled plastic surgeons are committed to assisting women who are unhappy with breast reconstruction surgery results.

The range of procedures that could be used includes:

Scar revision
Nipple reconstruction
Implant replacement
Breast lift and reshaping for the remaining natural breast
Surgical correction for capsular contracture
Natural fat transfer
Liposuction
Flap surgery correction

Breast Reconstruction Revision Before & After

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Breast Reconstruction Revision Surgery in Charlotte, NC

Women who require breast reconstruction revision want to ensure that the second procedure is successful and resolves all the cosmetic problems thoroughly. It is vital that the revision surgery is performed by a skilled plastic surgeon who employs the most advanced surgical techniques and is known for producing beautiful results.

At Criswell & Criswell Plastic Surgery & Medspa, we are proud to have garnered a reputation for surgical excellence in this important procedure. Our surgical team has received various awards and accolades, including Charlotte Magazine's “Top Doc” Awards and the “Best in the City” awards. Our plastic surgery clinic in Charlotte has been designed around patient comfort and safety and is Quad A certified, meeting hospital standards for patient health and safety.

Your Breasts After Mastectomy

Restoring your breasts after a mastectomy can be accomplished in various ways, depending upon the needs and wishes of the individual patient. The types of procedures used include:

Implant reconstruction (saline or silicone)
Flap reconstruction (uses transplanted tissue from another body area)
Nipple reconstruction

Any of these procedures can produce less-than-satisfactory results. Whether the original surgery was not performed correctly or a later complication developed, breast reconstruction revision may be needed when something has gone wrong. When it is time to undergo another surgery, particularly after the long and stressful road to health after breast cancer, you want to ensure the surgery is performed by a highly rated plastic surgeon. With a five-star rating on Healthgrades, Dr. Bryan Criswell has garnered a reputation for being a leading plastic surgeon serving the Charlotte area.

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Candidates for Breast Reconstruction Revision Surgery

Women who are unhappy with the results of an earlier breast reconstruction, are in good health, and not currently undergoing cancer treatment, are typically good candidates for revision surgery. In many cases, this surgery is covered by health insurance. We invite you to visit us to speak with us about your concerns and to have your condition evaluated.

How Long is Breast Reconstructive Revision Surgery?

Revision surgery typically takes place about three months after the initial surgery. In many cases, the revision is part of a full breast reconstruction procedure to finalize the appearance of the reconstructed breast, to match symmetry with the remaining breast, or to perform reshaping.

The length of time needed for your surgical procedure and what corrective surgical actions will be required will vary, based upon your unique needs and the type of reconstruction that was initially performed. The surgery typically ranges from one to four hours in most cases.

Recovery from Breast Reconstruction Revision What to Expect

Recovery Timeline

The recovery time will vary, based on the number of procedures needed to create natural-looking, symmetrical breasts. While some women may require more extensive surgical revisions, in most cases, the timeline for recovery requires less time than what was experienced after the original surgery.

Early Healing Process

Bruising, swelling, itching, and some discomfort are to be expected but can be managed with prescription pain medication (when needed) in the early stages. At Criswell & Criswell Plastic Surgery & Medspa, we carefully monitor our patients through every stage of recovery.

Returning to Daily Activities

While we recommend waiting a full week before returning to work, some patients are able to do it in 5 or 6 days, provided the work does not require physical strain. Normal bras and bikini tops may be worn once two weeks have passed.

Exercise and any sort of strenuous activity are prohibited for the first five days following surgery. Light exercise may be resumed at this point, but more vigorous physical activity should not take place until three weeks after surgery.

Ongoing Care and Follow-Up

Your relationship with our office is not over once the procedure is complete. For the weeks and months following the surgery, we are at your disposal—you are more than welcome to call whenever you like with any questions or concerns.

Additionally, there will be several follow-up appointments with your surgeon to check on the healing process. This will include information regarding breast health, including self-examination, exercise, sleeping habits, and any future need for imaging or mammography.

The Benefits of Breast Reconstruction Revision

The benefits of finally achieving natural-looking breasts go far beyond the cosmetic. Confidence in your body image is a critical aspect of full recovery and restored emotional well-being. When your breasts appear natural, including a pleasing nipple structure, your confidence in your body can soar, and you can look forward to life free from personal concerns or embarrassment about asymmetry, unbalanced breasts, or other problems.