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Different Types of Reconstructive Surgery

By Dave Stringham

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Published: 12Jul2010
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Getting reconstructive plastic surgery is a big and potentially life-changing decision. It should not be taken lightly. It is a decision that should be made with thoughtfulness and care. There are different types of reconstructive surgery offered by plastic surgeons that is why choosing the right plastic surgeon is perhaps the most important part of the process to make sure you will be happy with your results, and you can feel comfortable before, during, and after your surgery. Plastic surgeons are highly qualified and eager to serve you, ensuring that you get the precise results that you're looking for. The following are a few examples of reconstructive procedures that can be done by a experienced and qualified plastic surgeon.

Breast Reconstruction

Breast reconstruction is most usually performed for patients who have undergone a mastectomy due to cancer or extensive fibrocystic disease. Other indications may include congenital problems with one or both breasts, or trauma of the breasts. There are several methods employed with reconstruction, including expanders with implants or using the patient's own tissue. Reconstruction can begin at the time of the mastectomy or it can be delayed until after healing with the mastectomy. Each method of reconstruction has its own risks and a detailed discussion with your surgeon is necessary to determine which method is best suited for you. Surgery can achieve a relatively natural appearance; however, the reconstructed breast will never look exactly the same as the breast that was removed.

Facial Fractures/Trauma

Facial trauma may classified as soft tissue injuries such as lacerations or bruising of the skin or it may also include fractures of the facial bones. Lacerations may be dealt with in the emergency room or the operating room at the time of injury. Special techniques are employed to repair the eyelids, lips, ears, etc. Facial fractures will often require surgical intervention through additional incisions. This will allow placement of plates and screws to hold the bones together. In the circumstance of fractures of the lower jaw it may be necessary to incorporate temporary wiring to facilitate healing. Facial implants constructed of man made materials may also be used to replace volume that has been lost with crushed bone.

Skin Cancer

Skin cancer in an exceedingly common and is generally easy to treat. In most cases the cancer is simply removed and the defect is closed. However, some types of cancer or a larger more advanced lesion may require a flap or skin graft to close the subsequent defect. It is not uncommon to have two or three procedures to reconstruct a skin cancer excision.

David Stringman President of LookingYourBest.com writes about reconstructive surgery in Twin Falls ID, and provides very valuable information about procedures like, Breast Reconstruction, skin cancer treatment and more.

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