Breast Reconstruction
Oncoplastic Reconstruction
Preserving your natural shape and confidence while treating breast cancer.
WHAT IS ONCOPLASTIC SURGERY?
A seamless approach to treating and healing.
Oncoplastic surgery is a specialized approach that seamlessly combines breast cancer removal—typically a lumpectomy—with advanced plastic surgery techniques to immediately reshape and lift the breast.
For many women, a traditional lumpectomy can sometimes leave behind a noticeable change in shape or a hollow space. By rearranging your natural tissue at the time of your cancer surgery, Dr. Kania helps prevent these changes, preserving a beautiful, natural contour.
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At ARBRA Plastic Surgery, our team collaborates closely with your breast surgeon. This coordinated, team-based approach ensures that treating your cancer and restoring your shape happen together, prioritizing both your health and your peace of mind.
The Approaches
There is more than one way to preserve your shape.
Every body is beautifully unique. The best approach for you depends on the location of the lumpectomy, your natural anatomy, and your personal goals. We are here to guide you through these options.
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ONCOPLASTIC CLOSURE
Tissue Rearrangement
Rather than simply closing a lumpectomy incision, our surgeons thoughtfully rearrange the surrounding breast tissue to smoothly fill the space, preventing dents or hollows and maintaining your natural contour.
02
REDUCTION ONCOPLASTY
Breast Reduction
For women with larger breasts, cancer removal can be seamlessly incorporated into a breast reduction. This approach removes the tumor while alleviating physical heaviness, leaving you with a beautifully lifted, more proportionate shape.
03
MASTOPEXY ONCOPLASTY
Breast Lift
If you have experienced natural changes in your breast shape over time, a lift can be performed alongside your lumpectomy. This technique beautifully elevates and reshapes the breast while safely removing the cancer.
04
LOCAL TISSUE FLAPS
Targeted Volume Replacement
When a lumpectomy requires removing a larger amount of tissue, our surgeons can gently borrow a small amount of tissue from a nearby area—such as the side of the chest or back—to perfectly fill the space and restore your shape.
WHY ONCOPLASTIC SURGERY?
Your results should help you feel whole.
The goal of oncoplastic surgery is to ensure that treating your cancer does not mean sacrificing how you feel about your body. We want you to heal with confidence, knowing your physical form has been expertly and compassionately cared for.
The goal of oncoplastic surgery is to ensure that treating your cancer does not mean sacrificing how you feel about your body. We want you to heal with confidence, knowing your physical form has been expertly and compassionately cared for.
WHY ONCOPLASTIC SURGERY?
Your results should help you feel whole.
Preserved Contours
By thoughtfully rearranging your tissue right away, this approach avoids the dents or hollows that can sometimes follow a traditional lumpectomy.
A Coordinated Procedure
By working alongside your breast surgeon, cancer removal and reconstruction happen in one single surgery, supporting a smoother, more streamlined recovery.
Beautiful Symmetry
Oncoplastic surgery often includes a matching lift or reduction on your opposite breast, ensuring you look and feel beautifully balanced.
Confidence in Healing
Waking up from cancer surgery with your shape preserved or even enhanced allows you to focus purely on your healing and your future.
FAQ
Answers to help guide your decisions.
We know this process comes with a lot of questions, and it is completely normal to want as much information as possible. Here are a few common answers to help get you started.