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BREAST RECONSTRUCTION

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Breast Reconstruction

Naples Plastic Surgery

If you have undergone a mastectomy or have been scheduled for one due to cancer diagnosis or cancer risk reduction, consult with Gardner Plastic Surgery on how post-mastectomy breast reconstruction surgery can help restore the shape and appearance of your breasts.

Also used to restore breast tissue loss due to lumpectomies, infections, or trauma, a breast reconstruction can be an amazing step to achieve a restored body image. Dr. Paul Gardner and Dr. Leo Baccaro use their surgical expertise to reconstruct natural, aesthetically pleasing breasts that can help you regain any lost sense of femininity and sexuality that can result from the loss of breast tissue.

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A breast cancer diagnosis is a very difficult time in any woman's life. It's not only difficult from an oncological or cancer standpoint-knowing that you must go through treatment and surgery but also, from a reconstructive plastic surgery standpoint where patients will start questioning, "Well, what will I look like without a breast or a reconstructed breast," and they have legitimate concerns about body image.

Here at Gardner Plastic Surgery we see a lot of patients with breast cancer and we have preoperative consultations to explain to them what their reconstructive options are. Now, given the different types of surgeries that may exist, there are various options for reconstructions. We can use implants, we can use your own tissue, or even a combination of both in certain circumstances.

Every patient is different, every patient is unique, and the goals that each patient may have will help us decide together what is the best option for breast reconstruction for you. If you're seeking breast reconstruction or have had reconstruction in the past and are seeking options to improve your size, shape, or symmetry, please don't hesitate to come see us for your consultation.

Post-Mastectomy Breast Reconstruction in Naples

Post-mastectomy breast reconstruction surgeries at Gardner Plastic Surgery are performed under general anesthesia in the practice’s state-of-the-art surgical suite in Naples. While many breast reconstruction surgeries are conducted soon after the mastectomy, the procedure can also be performed months or years after a mastectomy, lumpectomy, or other breast trauma.

Prior to any surgery, Dr. Gardner and Dr. Baccaro always meet with their individual patients in a one-on-one consultation and physical examination to evaluate all elements of the planned cosmetic procedure. This evaluation will be tailored according to whether the mastectomy is planned or has already been performed, with typical elements addressed during the consultation including:

Surgical Options
Implant Options
Patient's Surgical History
Mastectomy/ Lumpectomy/ Trauma Details
Existing Medical Conditions, Allergies and Medical Treatments
Patient's Surgical Expectations and Limitations
Post Surgery Treatment and Recovery Regimen

How the surgery is actually conducted is dependent upon several factors, such as whether the reconstruction is relying on natural tissues taken from other parts of the body, implants, or a combination thereof. Natural tissue reconstruction can utilize skin, fat, and muscle from the back and/or abdomen, as well as fat transfers via liposuction of the abdomen, thighs or buttocks. Incision patterns in the breast area vary depending upon the scope of reconstruction and size of implants, and the surgery may include the use of a tissue expander. Some breast reconstructions may require several stages, with the rebuilding of the nipple and areola sometimes needing to be performed at a later date.

Recovering from Post-Mastectomy Reconstruction

The recovery period for post-mastectomy breast reconstruction depends largely upon the scope of the mastectomy and reconstruction, as well as the overall health of the patient. Usually, an outpatient procedure, most patients are released to go home several hours after the procedure, though some stay overnight for additional monitoring and care in our comfortable and private surgical suite.

After the procedure itself, patients can expect to experience bruising, swelling, and soreness in procedure areas, but this will be alleviated with prescribed pain and anti-inflammatory medications. Dr. Gardner or Dr. Baccaro may suggest other post-operative care conditions as warranted. Many patients are able to return to work and most normal daily activities within a week, though some patients may need an additional week or two of recovery time.

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Remarkable Results

Dr Baccaro is a gifted surgeon, with remarkable, state of the art, skills to perform complex surgery.
After being diagnosed with breast cancer, I opted to go for a full bilateral mastectomy combined with reconstruction. I chose Dr. Baccaro not only because he was referred as the reconstruction subject matter expert in Florida, but… Read more “Remarkable Results”

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June 10, 2020

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Dr. Gardner is a terrific Plastic Surgeon! He was highly recommended by a friend in Naples as “the best” and she was so right. I went to see him due to a droopy right eyelid which sometimes happens as we age. He knew exactly how to fix the eyelid muscle (a procedure he performs frequently)… Read more “Terrific Plastic Surgeon!”

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Andrea & Lisa were both lovely & non intimidating their bedside manner was great Dr. Gardner was confident & reassuring he didn’t have that ‘surgeons pompous attitude’!

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December 31, 2019

Consult with Gardner Plastic Surgery About Your Breast Reconstruction Options

If you would like to learn more about post-mastectomy breast reconstruction at Naples, Florida-based Gardner Plastic Surgery, Dr. Gardner and Dr. Baccaro each have a keen eye for aesthetic detail and extensive training from some of the top names in the art of plastic surgery. To learn more about how Gardner Plastic Surgery can help you restore your breasts and sense of womanhood through post-mastectomy breast reconstruction, contact us today at 239.566.2611 to schedule your initial consultation.

Your Breast Reconstruction Procedure

At Gardner Plastic Surgery, health is the highest priority to Dr. Paul Gardner and Dr. Leo Baccaro which is why they work with great care and precision when performing breast reconstruction surgery in order to improve the appearence and functionality of the breasts. Dr. Gardner and Dr. Baccaro take great pride in helping patients begin their journey toward accomplishing their aesthetic goals and are deeply committed to helping patients obtain the results they seek.

Additional Plastic Surgery Procedures
with Dr. Gardner and Dr. Baccaro

The surgical team at Gardner Plastic Surgery has a long-standing, stellar reputation for outstanding levels of skill, talent, and beautiful results. Dr. Paul M. Gardner and Dr. Leopoldo M. Baccaro are both highly trained, experienced, and respected in the Naples community.

At their state-of-the-art surgical suite in Naples, our plastic surgeons use their many talents, and personalized compassionate approach, to help patients achieve their aesthetic goals.

Implant Revision

Breast Augmentation

Breast Lift

Gynecomastia

At Gardner Plastic Surgery, our cosmetic services are designed to contour and enhance your body to help you achieve the body image that you desire. Known for offering among the best facial plastic surgery in Naples, our board-certified surgeons are known as much for their artistry as they are for their surgical skills. We understand that your image is the key to feeling great, so we will provide you with the most reliable advice and services to help make you look and feel your best.

The surgical team at Gardner Plastic Surgery has the training and experience necessary to help you pursue your own individual cosmetic goals down to the very last detail, all in a warm, comfortable, and private environment.

Dr. Paul Gardner, MD, FACS is a board-certified plastic surgeon serving Southwest Florida. As one of the leading plastic surgeons in Naples, FL, Dr. Gardner has more than 25 years of experience performing facial procedures including composite facelift, mini facelift, rhinoplasty, brow lift and skin cancer removal procedures. He also possesses expertise in breast augmentations, breast lifts, tummy tucks, liposuctions, and labiaplasty.

Dr. Leopoldo M. Baccaro, MD received extensive training at the prestigious Houston Methodist Hospital in the Texas Medical Center, where he worked with some of the most well-renowned practitioners in the art of cosmetic surgery. With honors and awards throughout medical school and his residency, Dr. Baccaro earned a stellar reputation for high quality surgical care with both cosmetic and reconstructive surgery procedures.

The plastic surgery process at Gardner Plastic Surgery begins with a one-on-one, confidential consultation in which your surgeon conducts an examination to determine which procedures are likely to produce the most robust aesthetic improvements. This includes a comprehensive discussion with you to identify the benefits, risks and costs associated with each procedure. It may be possible to combine a number of surgical procedures into a single surgery if you desire and if your medical condition permits it.

As with any medical procedure, there is no guarantee that a desired outcome will be achieved. There are a number of health risks associated with even minor medical procedures. If you have any health issues or concerns, please feel free to discuss them any time with your surgeon at our Naples’ plastic surgery center.

Plastic Surgeons | Paul M. Gardner, MD, FACS | Leopoldo M. Baccaro, MD

1250 Pine Ridge Road, Suite 101C, Naples, Florida 34108

(239) 566-2611 fax: (239) 431-8069

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