Reconstruction: the contralateral breast

Oct 15, 2008

Creating a breast that matches the opposite intact breast (the contralateral breast), to an acceptable degree, is where things often become tricky, requiring surgical skill, experience and a lot of patient input. Photos included!

Breast Reconstruction Decisions - Part II

Mar 1, 2007

Part II: Reconstruction that Utilizes the Body’s own Tissues. Women considering breast reconstruction should become aware of the different options available prior to their initial consultation.

Breast Reconstruction Decisions - Part I

Feb 7, 2007

Part I: Tissue expander and implant reconstructions.
Women considering breast reconstruction should become aware of the different options available prior to their initial consultation.

The Plastic Surgeon with a Fan Club

Jan 9, 2006

***image1***Six patients of Dr. Leif Sigurdson, a plastic surgeon with the QEII HSC in Halifax, Nova Scotia, talk about why they are devoted fans.

Nipple and Areola Tattooing

Oct 9, 2004

Maria Perez of U-Spa provides answers to questions for women thinking about areola and nipple tattooing after breast reconstruction.

Zero Regrets about Nipple and Areola Tattooing

Oct 9, 2004

Having the areolas and nipples tattooed is the final touch after breast reconstruction. One woman shares her experience.

Health Canada Makes Licensing Decision on Silicone Gel-filled Breast Implants

Oct 23, 2006

Conditional on the manufacturers meeting requirements.

Breast Reconstruction - Weighing the Options

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Aug 31, 2005