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Breast Reconstruction Surgery in London
What is Breast Reconstruction?
Breast reconstruction is a highly personalised surgical to rebuild the shape and of a breast, most after a mastectomy or due to breast cancer.
For many women, this procedure is a crucial step in their journey towards and emotional recovery, helping to restore a sense of wholeness and confidence.
In London, leading plastic surgeons to results, to each patient’s unique needs and preferences.
There are two primary approaches to breast reconstruction:
Implant-Based Reconstruction
This the use of breast implants to create a new breast mound. This process is often performed in stages. Initially, a tissue expander may be placed under the chest muscle or skin.
This expander is gradually filled with saline over several weeks or months, stretching the surrounding tissues to create a pocket for the . Once sufficient expansion is achieved, a second the with a . This is often as it’s less to tissue-based methods and has a generally faster time for the initial surgical phase.
Tissue (Flap) Reconstruction
Also known as reconstruction, this uses a patient’s own tissue from another site on the body to create a new breast. This can provide a more natural look and feel, as the reconstructed breast is made of living tissue. A of flap reconstruction is called DIEP Flap (Deep Perforator Flap), which is an that uses Ageing Skin & Wrinkles and fat from the lower abdomen, similar to a tummy tuck, but the abdominal . It’s a popular choice for breast reconstruction in London due to its excellent aesthetic results and minimal impact on core strength.
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Why Consider Breast Reconstruction in London?
Deciding to have a breast reconstruction is a deeply personal choice, often driven by a desire to regain a sense of normality and after breast cancer treatment or other breast-related surgeries. Beyond the aesthetic improvements, the benefits of extend to significant physical and emotional advantages that can profoundly impact a patient’s quality of life. These include:
appearance: For many, this means no longer needing to prostheses, which can be uncomfortable and limit clothing .
Symmetry and balance: Reconstructing the breast helps to achieve breast symmetry, the body’s silhouette and improving posture. This can alleviate issues such as back pain and shoulder strain that may arise from an uneven weight distribution after a mastectomy.
Improving body image: plays a vital role in image, helping women to feel more and with their appearance
confidence: The through breast cancer and its can be taxing, often leading to feelings of loss or disfigurement. Reclaiming one’s body through can significantly and enhance emotional well-being, fostering a of femininity and wholeness.
Between 2 and 2.5 hours. We use a general and you can usually go home on the same day.
days off work.
We recommend patients begin gentle movement around two days after . Light activities such as walking, stairs, and carrying out tasks are to support circulation and recovery.
You can begin exercising and doing more strenuous activities at six weeks.
Most patients can resume driving two weeks after surgery, provided they feel comfortable.
You can shower the day after surgery, but it's important to keep any wounds and and completely dry.
Between six months to a full year. While most swelling subsides within the first few months, subtle changes and final results may continue to develop over time.
In many cases only one procedure is for long-term results.
can restore shape, volume, and symmetry after surgery or trauma, helping patients feel in their bodies again. In London, are used to create results to each patient’s needs.
If you have any doubts about . Our team of will and all the way through your journey; using the to determine your suitability and your certainty.
The Patient Journey Breast Reconstruction
Aftercare includes contact via or phone and a follow-up visit a week later to change and ensure your incisions are well. At the first appointment after your breast reconstruction in London, we’ll decide if the dressings and stitches can be unless dissolvable stitches have been used. At six weeks, all for a . Your wounds should have healed significantly, and you can hopefully resume many of your usual activities. We may also want to see you three months post-surgery to assess the results, as the final outcome will now start to appear. For around six weeks, you will be required to wear a breast band and a supportive or surgical bra to help with and to the as they heal. If you have concerns, please our specialist nursing team or Mr Cavale at any time.
What to Expect on the Day
is done as a day procedure, and you’ll be home the same day. It is performed with you fully asleep, under TIVA general anaesthesia. The of the on the complexity of the . Implant-based reconstructions may take a few hours, while more (flap) reconstructions, such as a or TRAM flap, can take several hours. Your surgeon, Mr Cavale, is and will work to the best possible outcome, focusing on restoring breast shape and .
To learn more about breast reconstruction surgery in London, or to with Mr Naveen Cavale, please book online or get in touch . We’re here to help you feel confident in your body and supported every step of the way.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Breast reconstruction is generally considered an elective procedure, it is not necessary for the of . However, for many women, it is an integral part of their process, significant psychological and emotional benefits by restoring body image and . While not life-saving, it is often .
The recovery period varies significantly depending on the type of breast reconstruction performed. For implant-based reconstruction, might take a few weeks, with full recovery and resolution of swelling taking several months, and even up to one year. For tissue (flap) reconstruction, such as a DIEP flap, the initial stay is typically longer (a few days), and full can take 6-8 weeks or more, as the donor site also needs to heal. Your surgeon will provide a personalised recovery timeline based on your procedure and individual capacity.
While some may return over time, it is unlikely that a breast will have the same level of sensation as a breast. Nerves are often during mastectomy and reconstruction, leading to or . Some women may partial return of feeling, while others may have very little or no sensation. Research and surgical are continually to improve outcomes.
All surgical procedures , and breast is no exception. The extent and location of scars will depend on the type of . For reconstruction, scars are typically along the mastectomy . For tissue (flap) reconstruction, there will be scars at both the breast site and the donor site (e.g., abdomen for DIEP flap, back for dorsi flap). strive to place incisions in locations and use techniques that minimise scarring. Laser can help with this as well, and although scars will fade over time, they will never completely .
Yes, Real in London in breast implant revision and implant . Many women seek these to address such as contracture, implant rupture, rippling, or simply dissatisfaction with the aesthetic outcome of previous breast augmentation or reconstruction. Fixing bad breast surgery is a common reason for revision, and our expert plastic surgeons can assess your and the best course of action to achieve your desired results, often a new plan.
Breast implants are not lifetime devices and may need to be at some point. While are durable, such as rupture, capsular contracture, or changes in aesthetic can mean a breast revision is necessary. The of an implant varies, but many women may surgery within years. follow-up with your plastic is important to monitor the integrity of your .
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