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What Is Tissue Expander Implant Reconstruction?
Tissue expander implant reconstruction is one of the breast reconstruction techniques we offer at Northwestern Specialists in Plastic Surgery for Chicago, IL women who are planning or have undergone mastectomy (breast removal surgery). A tissue expander is a balloon-like device that can be placed in the breast tissue during your mastectomy or in a later surgery. These inserts are then slowly filled with salt water to gently expand the breasts, creating room for an implant to be placed later. Tissue expander implant reconstruction offers a gradual approach to breast restoration with fewer risks of complications and less visible scarring, making it a popular choice for many patients. Learn more about this procedure and find out if you're an eligible candidate by scheduling a consultation with the compassionate providers at our plastic surgery practice.
How Is Tissue Expander Implant Reconstruction Performed?
Tissue expanders can be surgically placed either during your mastectomy or afterward. To place the expander, our surgeons will open a small pocket underneath the skin or the chest muscle. We may add a small amount of sterile saline solution at this point to fill out the empty space. After the implants have healed, we'll add more saline solution over the course of several visits to slowly increase your breast volume until they've reached the desired size. Many women experience a sense of pressure as a result of the expanders, but pain or discomfort is rare. Once you have reached the size you want, we'll schedule an additional surgery to exchange your expander inserts for long-lasting saline or silicone implants.
What Are the Benefits of Tissue Expander Implant Reconstruction?
Tissue expander implant reconstruction is just one of the many approaches to breast reconstruction we perform at Northwestern Specialists in Plastic Surgery. Compared to other techniques, this method offers a variety of benefits for Chicago, IL women dealing with the loss of one or more of their breasts, including:
- Restores a sense of comfort and confidence to your life
- Reduces risk of complications
- Fewer visible scars
- Shorter procedure and recovery time
Northwestern Specialists in Plastic Surgery Reviews
Over the past two years I have worked with Dr. Schierle to achieve my postpartum 'glow up' and couldn't be more thrilled with my results. Both my chin lipo and upper bleph have left me feeling refreshed, confident and more youthful. I had both procedures in office under local anesthesia and had no issues. Not only does Dr. Schierle care about the physical result of his work but he also cares deeply about how the patient feels, which I experienced first hand during my 3 and 4 month post op appointments. I highly recommend Dr. Schierle for your plastic surgery needs- he's exceptional!
5 Star Upper Bleph and Chin Lipo Result - Over the past two years I have worked with Dr. Schierle to achieve my postpartum 'glow up' and couldn't be more thrilled with my results. Both my chin lipo and upper bleph have left me feeling refreshed, confident and more youthful. I had both procedures in office under local anesthesia and had no issues. Not only does Dr. Schierle care about the physical result of his work but he also cares deeply about how the patient feels, which I experienced first hand during my 3 and 4 month post op appointments. I highly recommend Dr. Schierle for your plastic surgery needs- he's exceptional!
Dr. Moradian is one of a kind. Not only is he a talented surgeon but he has a great bedside manner. I am very pleased with the outcome of my procedure. I recommend Dr. Moradian very highly!
Dr. Moradian is very welcoming, professional, and talented and provides excellent care. I recommend him to anybody considering cosmetic surgery.
I love how I look and feel—that is obvious, that is the stuff that shows to the world. But what Dr. Schierle and Monika Cieszynski did for me was really so much more than that. I have struggled with loose skin and a large belly my whole life. What they REALLY did for me was free up space in my mind. I cannot put accurately into words what this does to a person. I am free. I have so much gratitude and appreciation. My body is strong and looks great—but my mind—what it did for my mind is quite profound.
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Define Your Look Post-Mastectomy
Take the next step toward reclaiming your confidence with tissue expander breast implant reconstruction at Northwestern Specialists in Plastic Surgery. Our experienced team is here to guide you through every stage of your journey, offering compassionate support and dedicated care at our office in Chicago, IL. Schedule a consultation today to discuss your options, and start your path to a renewed sense of self.