Breast Reconstruction in Newnan

Body confidence is deeply personal, and a breast reconstruction in Newnan could empower you to restore your feminine shape and move forward feeling like yourself again following a mastectomy. Backed by more than 65 years of combined expertise, our breast surgeons customize advanced microsurgical and implant-based techniques to fit your anatomy, recovery timeline, and aesthetic goals. Contact us today to schedule a consultation with our team.

What You Can Achieve With a Breast Reconstruction

Breast reconstruction surgery strives to:

• Recreate a natural-looking breast mound and symmetrical contour
• Replace any missing skin, fatty tissue, and your nipple-areola complex
• Restore your feminine shape, so clothing and swimsuits fit comfortably
• Support your emotional healing

As a breast reconstruction addresses shape rather than removing cancer, timing can vary. Some patients choose immediate reconstruction during the same operation as their mastectomy, while others wait until oncology therapy is complete. Our Newnan team coordinates closely with your oncology surgeon to choose the safest path for your breast reconstruction procedure.

Your Personal Consultation at Advanced Aesthetics

During your visit, our team will review your health history, imaging results, lifestyle, and goals. Ideal Newnan candidates for a breast restoration procedure maintain a body mass index under 35, avoid nicotine before and after surgery, and have no uncontrolled medical conditions that could slow healing.

Together, we will discuss which surgical technique best meets your needs, whether it be an implant-based reconstruction, as a one-stage direct-to-implant method or a two-stage tissue expander approach, or an autologous tissue reconstruction using your own tissue to rebuild your breasts. High-resolution digital imaging lets you visualize potential results so you can make informed decisions and move forward with confidence.

Your Surgical Reconstruction Options Explained

Multiple breast reconstruction techniques exist to help ensure your results meet your personal and aesthetic preferences.

Implant-Based Reconstruction

A silicone or saline implant could replace the breast volume that was removed during your mastectomy. If your skin is tight, we use a two-stage tissue expander approach, where we first implant a temporary expander that expands until the pocket created can accommodate your final breast implant. The implant approach offers shorter operative time and avoids donor-site scars.

Autologous Tissue Reconstruction

At our Newnan plastic surgery center, we could also use your existing tissue to reconstruct your breasts, providing lasting softness. There are three approaches:

• A latissimus dorsi (LD) flap involves harvesting skin, fat, and muscle from your back to construct a new breast, usually combined with a breast implant
• A transverse rectus abdominis myocutaneous (TRAM) flap involves harvesting skin, fat, and a small area of muscle from your abdomen, allowing you to have a simultaneous tummy tuck
• A deep inferior epigastric peforator (DIEP) flap involves moving skin and fat from your abdomen, but unlike a traditional TRAM flap, we do not take any abdominal muscle, which reduces any impact on your core strength

Fat grafting can be combined with any flap or implant approach to fine-tune the contour and feel of your new breasts. We usually schedule any nipple-areola reconstruction and tattooing a few months later, once your initial swelling has subsided.

Recovery Following Your Breast Reconstruction

You can expect some discomfort or pain following your breast reconstruction procedure in Newnan. Your incisions will be wrapped in gauze and bandages, and you can expect to have drainage tubes in place for several days. You will also be given a surgical bra to improve the healing process.

We advise you to limit your physical activity for at least six weeks after surgery. While we encourage you to start walking the day after your procedure, we suggest against heavy lifting, vigorous exercise, and nicotine until you receive clearance from us. Depending on the type of breast reconstruction you have, the recovery process can take a few weeks to a few months. Our team will provide you with care instructions to help aid in your recovery, and you can contact us with any questions that may arise during healing.

Contact Advanced Aesthetics Today to Schedule Your Newnan Breast Reconstruction Consultation

If you are ready to learn more about your post-cancer reconstruction options, contact us today. Discover how a breast reconstruction in Newnan could complete your healing journey and renew your confidence during a private one-on-one consultation with our Advanced Aesthetics Plastic Surgery team.