Jacksonville Breast Reconstruction

Serving Patients in Jacksonville, Florida

Breast Reconstruction

The diagnosis of breast cancer is a difficult time for most patients, who are often frightened and confused about their treatment. At Desai plastics, we encourage patients to ask questions and become well-informed regarding their treatment and reconstructive options. Fortunately today less radical treatment for breast cancer and newer reconstructive techniques allow plastic surgeons create more natural feeling and aesthetically pleasing breasts. There are a number of reconstructive options available to patients, and at Desai Plastics, we are pleased to offer the entire spectrum of reconstructive options.

Our Jacksonville breast reconstruction team will help guide you through the process one step at a time. At the Desai Center of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, we believe that patients, their desires, and anatomy are all unique. Therefore, Dr. Desai will explain all the options and listen to your particular wishes to create a personalized approach to your reconstruction. To schedule a consultation, call us now at (904) 262-DESAI (3372) or (877) 790-0095, or complete the contact us form.

The FACTS - Breast Reconstruction - Jacksonville

• In all the studies to date, breast reconstruction does not interfere with any prescribed cancer treatment (i.e. chemotherapy or radiation therapy)
• Breast Reconstruction has a documented psychological advantage to healing.
• Breast reconstruction can be performed immediately after mastectomy or can be delayed
• Patients needing radiation treatment have a better aesthetic result if reconstruction is performed in a delayed fashion
• Insurances are required by law to cover procedures to restore symmetry on your other breast that.

To learn more, please schedule a consultation with Dr. Desai and our Jacksonville breast surgery team.

Options for Breast Reconstruction

• Mastectomy Only with Breast Prosthesis
• Delayed Reconstruction
• Reconstruction using an implant with or without tissue expansion
• Reconstruction using an implant and your own tissue
• Reconstruction using only your own tissue
• TRAM
• DIEP & Other Perforator Flaps

Preparing for your Jacksonville Breast Reconstruction

Who is a candidate breast reconstruction?

Women in good health who have gone or are scheduled for any surgical procedure aimed at removing or preventing cancer of the breast are candidates for reconstruction of their breasts.

How do I prepare for my breast reconstruction surgery?

We will work with your general surgeon, medical oncologist, and/or your radiation oncologists to ensure your safety during the process. Pre-operative blood work is generally needed prior to surgery.

Smoking can result in significant complications including wound healing problems due to the decrease in circulation to the skin. Therefore, we ask all patients undergoing breast reconstruction surgery to quit smoking prior and after surgery.

Recovering after your Jacksonville Breast Reconstruction

Most reconstructive surgery of the breast involved the use of post-operative drains for s short time period after surgery. Patients generally are hospitalized from 1-5 days depending on the type of reconstruction performed. Patients are encouraged to ambulate early in the post-op course.

Financing for your Cosmetic Surgery in Jacksonville

Breast reconstruction is covered by your insurance plan, but pre-authorization from your insurance company is required. At Desai Plastics, our office staff will work with you and act as your advocate to the insurance company, but the final decision rest with your insurance company.

Breast reconstruction following mastectomy does wonders for women recovering from losing their breasts to cancer. Dr. Ankit Desai has performed this surgery on countless women in the Jacksonville, Florida area, and he can help you, too. Please contact The Desai Center of Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery today to schedule an initial consultation with breast reconstruction surgeon, Dr. Ankit Desai. We offer many financing options to fit most budgets.