Every year, there are thousands of women who are diagnosed with breast cancer; in a recent article, it was estimated that that 207,090 women will be diagnosed in 2010. Of these women, approximately 12 percent are under the age of 45, many of whom undergo treatments such as breast removal (“mastectomy”) and are left feeling a loss of femininity. Several of these patients often turn to plastic surgery procedures to help regain their womanly shape.

During their treatment process for breast cancer, the oncologist often refers the patient to a plastic surgeon who can further discuss their options of reconstruction. In Las Vegas, Dr. Stuart A. Linder performs breast reconstruction. The most common form of reconstruction is with the use of breast implants, which are prepared for by placing expanders in the breast area during the mastectomy. Over the next four to six months, the expanders are gradually filled to help the skin stretch to the new contour. Dr. Linder can then remove the expanders and place permanent breast implants, providing patients with a more feminine breast contour. Patients who undergo this procedure often feel that it helps them through the healing process of their breast cancer treatments.

If you have questions regarding breast implants surgery, Las Vegas plastic surgeon Dr. Linder can provide answers. Be sure to visit his website to learn more about breast surgery and view before and after photos.