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If a woman gets breastcancer and had to have her breast removed would breast implants look natural enough?

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In general yes: Best to discuss with reconstructive surgeon. In general, would look perfectly normal in clothes. Would the reconstructed breast be identical to the native breast-no. The goals in this situation though are to cure the cancer, and have an acceptable cosmetic appearance. Both are readily achievable.

Answered 7/7/2015

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Dr. Frederick Coville answered

Specializes in Plastic Surgery

Yes: Breast reconstruction is a way of recreating the appearance and feel of a natural breast after mastectomy. We can use breast implants or your own tissue to achieve this. Please see an experienced plastic surgeon who is expert in breast reconstruction. Be well.

Answered 4/8/2015

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Yes but more options: Moderate sized implants in a woman undergoing a skin soaring mastectomy with muscle preservation can provide and outstanding result tha may look very natural. However there are many options other than breast implants that may also provide an excellent alternative. Discusss with a board certified plastic surgeon.

Answered 12/9/2013

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Most common approach: After mastectomy for breast cancer, breast reconstruction with implants is the most common type of approach. Typically a tissue expander is placed first to stretch the chest wall tissue to accomodate an implant later although less commonly it can be placed right away. Although a very satisfactory option, the breasts may not appear "natural". Other options involve using body tissue.

Answered 10/7/2012

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