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Breast Reconstruction

Read patient stories about breast reconstruction. Learn about the types of reconstruction and what to expect before, during and after surgery. Also, check out our Breast Cancer Comics focusing on breast reconstruction, from TRAM flaps to implants to breast forms.

After Mastectomy or Lumpectomy

Breast Reconstruction FAQs
Choosing breast reconstruction (or no reconstruction) is about feeling normal and healthy, even though you’ve lost your breast or part of your breast.

Breast Reconstruction FAQs

Breast Reconstruction FAQs: What Are My Choices After Mastectomy?
Expert Patient PJ Hamel discusses the pros and cons of breast reconstruction and prosthesis options.
Breast Reconstruction FAQs: Choosing Breast Implants
I’m having a mastectomy, and I’ve decided on an implant afterwards. Now I have to decide whether to have the it done right away, or wait. Help!
Breast Reconstruction FAQs: Body Tissue Reconstruction
I’ve decided on breast reconstruction after my mastectomy, and I’d like them to use my own body tissue, rather than an implant.

What If I Don't Want More Surgery?

Breast Reconstruction FAQs: Opting for a Prosthesis (Breast Form) After Surgery

Breast Form in Bra

Post-Mastectomy Care: Expert Patient PJ Hamel discusses how to choose a breast form or prosthesis.

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My Reconstructed Breasts + Nipples

Life After Mastectomy: Adjusting to Reconstruction
Jeannette Vagnozzi, who chose saline implants after treatment for breast cancer, gives you the insider tips on healing and adjusting to a new body.
Life After Mastectomy: Nipple Reconstruction
Jeannette Vagnozzi chose saline implants and nipple reconstruction after treatment for breast cancer.

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What Do They Look Like?

Show and Smile: Breast Reconstruction

PJ Hamel - breast cancer survivor

Expert Patient PJ Hamel, who had a mastectomy and tram-flap reconstruction, explains why she has no problem lifting her shirt to a perfect stranger and showing the results.

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Reconstruction After Lumpectomy

Watch a Video on Partial Reconstruction

reconstruction after lumpectomy

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