It Is Suitable For
・Those traveling to Bangkok for at least 10 days.
・Those with underdeveloped breasts.
・Those who have had a mastectomy.
・Those who wish to have breasts again.
・Those who wish to increase the size of their breasts.
・Those who wish to improve the size, shape and appearance of their breasts.
What is Breast Reconstruction?
If you have had 1 or both breasts removed for a cancer-related condition, you will want to consider breast reconstruction surgery. It is a surgical procedure performed by an experienced and qualified plastic surgeon to restore the shape and appearance of your breasts after having complete or partial breast removal surgery (mastectomy).
Breast reconstruction has made a huge difference both physically and emotionally to a lot of women who have had mastectomies.
There are 2 main types of reconstructive surgery: those that use synthetic materials (implants) and those using your own tissues (flaps).
There are also variations within these types. For example, implants may be silicone or saline in nature. The type of reconstruction that suits you best depends on your preferences, the effect you desire, and the extent of your breast cancer surgery.
Breast Reconstruction using Implants
<Implants>
Saline implants are filled with sterile salt water that closely matches the salt content in our bodies. The silicone implant is a silicone sack filled with silicone gel. The procedure for silicone and saline implants is similar: The implant is positioned behind the pectoralis muscle (the main muscle in the chest wall). Then, the skin is closed over it.
Breast Reconstruction using Flaps
<Flaps>
Tissue flap surgery is done in order to rebuild the shape of a breast using skin, fat, and muscle from another part of the body. It is usually done after part or all of the breast is removed (mastectomy) due to cancer. It is also suitable to be done on those who have problems with breast development.
Advantages and Limitations of Breast Reconstruction
<Advantages>
· New breasts / feminine appearance
· Makes wearing certain types of clothing easier
· Helps place your cancer experiences behind you
· Breasts look and feel natural (silicone)
· Not injurious to surrounding tissues (saline)
<Limitations>
· Saline implants may leak
· Risk of incision site problems, nerve injury, delayed healing, leakage (for saline only), need for revision surgery
FAQ
Q1: How do I prepare myself for my breast reconstruction procedure?
A1: To avoid complications and reduce risk factors, you need to stop smoking, drinking alcoholic beverages, taking hormonal pills, herbal supplements, and medicines (other than those that your doctor allows you continue), at least 2 weeks before your scheduled procedure. People with diseases need surgical clearance from their medical specialist.
Q2: What happens when my saline implant leaks/ruptures?
A2: In the case that your saline breast implant ruptures, the implant will deflate, causing the breast to change in size and shape. Your body will absorb the leaking saline solution without health risks. Still, you might need surgery to remove the silicone shell.
Q3: What is mastopexy?
A3: It is a plastic surgery procedure that raises sagging breasts by changing and modifying the size, contour, and elevation of the breasts.
Q4: What does mammoplasty mean?
A4: Also called mammoplasty, it refers to a procedure that resizes, reshapes and modifies the appearance of the breasts.
Clinic Information
[Clinic Name] Yanhee Hospital
[Location] Bangkok
[Nearest Station/ Nearest Tourist Destination] Walking distance to shopping places, FamilyMart, Horseriding place, Futsal Court and 1 min walk to bus station (Bang Phlat).
[Clinic Opening Time] Open 24 hours
