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Breast Revision in Eau Claire, WI

It is not uncommon for patients who have had breast reconstruction surgery to require more than just a single procedure. The 1998 Federal Women’s Health and Cancer Rights Act stipulates that any insurance plan providing coverage for mastectomy surgery must also provide coverage for breast reconstruction. In addition, it must also cover the alternate breast to insure adequate symmetry. The Act also ensures coverage for revision of a previously reconstructed breast and for nipple reconstruction procedures.

It is not uncommon for patients who have had breast reconstruction surgery to require more than just a single procedure. Breast Revision | Eau Claire, Wisconsin
By definition Breast Revision surgery may involve correcting complications or deformities from previous reconstructive breast surgery
Table Of Contents
  1. Breast Implant Revision Before and After Photos
  2. Revision after Reconstruction following Mastectomy
  3. Breast Revision and Reconstruction after Lumpectomy and Radiation
  4. Conclusion
  5. Frequently Asked Questions About Breast Revision

By definition a Breast Revision Procedure may involve correcting complications or deformities from previous surgeries like reconstructive breast surgery after mastectomy, or correcting the disfigurement of the breast after lumpectomy and radiation. It also can include revisions of the breast following a breast reduction or an elective, cosmetic procedure such as breast lifts and augmentations. In order of frequency the most common reconstructive procedures that require revision are:

  1. Revision after breast reconstruction following mastectomy
  2. Revision after Lumpectomy and Radiation
  3. Revision after Breast Reduction Surgery
  4. Revision after Primary Breast Augmentation Surgery (Breast Augmentation Revision or Breast Implant removal)
  5. Revision after other breast related cosmetic procedures (such as Breast Lift Surgery).

The scope of this article will focus on revisions following mastectomy and lumpectomy post radiation.

The most common physical findings that are treated with revision surgery after mastectomy are:

  • Breast Asymmetry (one breast larger than the other)
  • Implant issues including: deflation, displacement, scarring and or rippling on the edge of the implant.
  • Loss of proper definition and position of the folds beneath the breast
  • Firmest, nodules or indentations because of scarring or tissue damage by radiation.
  • Malposition or absence of the nipple areolar complex

Breast Implant Revision Before and After Photos

Breast Reconstruction Before and After Photos in Eau Claire, Wisconsin, Patient 156Explicit content – Discretion advised.
Breast Asymmetry Before and After Photos in Eau Claire, Wisconsin, Patient 66Explicit content – Discretion advised.
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Breast Reconstruction Before and After Photos in Eau Claire, Wisconsin, Patient 126Explicit content – Discretion advised.
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* Each patient is unique and individual results may vary.

Revision after Reconstruction following Mastectomy

The patient in PHOTO A can clearly benefit from Revision Surgery. She underwent a left modified mastectomy 5 years prior for the treatment of breast cancer. Her right breast was not treated. Reconstruction consisted of the placement of an implant on the left and the reconstruction of the left nipple. There was severe scarring around the implant on the left, asymmetry, malposition of the nipple on the left and a misplaced fold beneath the reconstructed breast. The revision procedure included:

  • A repositioning of the fold beneath the left breast
  • Replacement and release of scarring around the implant
  • Micro-fat injections for contouring of the revised breast
  • A breast lift to the right breast to restore symmetry
  • Micro-fat contouring of the right breast

Thank you for your wonderful work…. I am very much appreciative for you making me feel complete as a woman and I love my “boobies” being so perky.* Seriously, thank you very much for all you did.

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Breast Revision and Reconstruction after Lumpectomy and Radiation

After lumpectomy and radiation the most common physical findings are:

  • Breast Asymmetry (because of the tissue removed to cure the cancer)
  • A distortion of breast shape near the surgical site (dent, bulge)
  • A displacement of the nipple areola on the affected breast
  • Firm or indurated soft tissue and skin following radiation damage

The patient in PHOTO B* underwent a Lumpectomy with Radiation for breast cancer in her right breast. Unfortunately she suffered a recurrence of the right breast cancer and elected to do a full right mastectomy to remove the tumor and the radiation damaged skin. The reconstruction procedure was designed to immediately reconstruct the right breast with the lower abdominal wall tissues (TRAM Flap) and then do a breast reduction with lift to achieve symmetry. A right nipple areola reconstruction was part of the procedure. Her results are noted 3 months after the revision breast procedure.

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Conclusion

Closing: Revision of the reconstructed breast and the breast that has undergone Lumpectomy and Radiation can be challenging because of the presence of more scarring from previous surgery and with the tissue damage caused by radiation treatment. But if each patient is approached with a comprehensive and individualized plan, a more than acceptable result can be attained.*

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*Individual results may vary. Plastic Surgery Clinic of Eau Claire DisclaimerRead more.

Why Choose Dr. Ember Ewings

For over a decade, Dr. Ember Ewings has taken pride in delivering excellence in plastic surgical care. She earned her medical degree from the University of Wisconsin-Madison School of Medicine, and completed her residency training in plastic surgery at Saint Louis University. Additionally, she gained extensive experience in pediatric and craniofacial surgery during her fellowship at the University of Tennessee – Memphis, and Hôpital Necker-Enfants Malades in Paris, France. She is also board Certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery.

Dr. Ewings has enjoyed caring for patients of all ages from across the upper Midwest, and performs both cosmetic surgical, non-surgical, and reconstructive procedures, and is delighted to be able to provide outreach services in Durand, Wisconsin.

She owns and operates the Plastic Surgery Clinic of Eau Claire in Eau Claire. Prospective patients can reach Dr. Ewings through her online Consult Form, or at her practice, Plastic Surgery Clinic of Eau Claire – 715.833.2116 or 800.456.8222.

Frequently Asked Questions About Breast Revision

What Breast Revision office is near me?

If you live near Eau Claire, WI, Plastic Surgery Clinic of Eau Claire offers breast revision among its services, and is conveniently located at 3221 Stein Blvd #2 Eau Claire, WI 54701

Breast Lift

Dr. Ewings customizes each breast lift to match her patient’s unique goals for beautifully-shaped, perky breasts and lifted nipples.

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Liquid Rhinoplasty

Dr. Ewings can fill in indentations, subtly improve the shape of the nose, and even enhance facial balance by making small adjustments to the nose.

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Skin cancer is the most common form of cancer in the United States. More than 600,000 new cases are reported each year.

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  • Body
    • Surgical
      • Mommy Makeover
      • Liposuction
      • Tummy Tuck
      • After Major Weight Loss
      • Contouring of the Upper Extremity (Brachioplasty)
      • Thigh Lift
      • Hand Rejuvenation
    • Non-Surgical
      • diVa® Laser Vaginal Therapy
  • Breast
    • Breast Reduction
    • Breast Augmentation
    • Breast Cancer Awareness
    • Breast Lift
    • Inverted Nipple
    • Male Breast Reduction
    • Breast Asymmetry
    • Breast Reconstruction
    • Skin Sparing Mastectomy
    • The Skin Sparing Mastectomy and Immediate Reconstruction
    • Revision after Breast Reconstruction/Reconstruction After Lumpectomy and Radiation
  • Facial
    • Surgical
      • Rhinoplasty (Nasal Surgery)
      • Eyelid Surgery (Blepharoplasty)
      • Facelift (Short Scar)
      • Ear Surgery (Otoplasty)
      • Brow Lift
    • Non-Surgical
      • Acne Scar & Facial Scar Improvement
      • BOTOX®/DYSPORT® Cosmetic & Dermal Fillers
      • Halo Hybrid Fractional Laser
      • Laser Skin Resurfacing
      • Liquid Rhinoplasty
      • Non-Invasive Skin Treatments
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