Expert Tips on Breast Reconstruction After Implant Removal

learnlooklocat... 🌸 In this insightful discussion, Dr. David Light, MD, sheds light on Breast Implant Illness (BII) and the various reconstruction options available for affected patients. Dr. Light emphasizes the distinction between patients who had implants for cosmetic reasons and those who underwent mastectomy. For the latter, the focus often shifts to an aesthetic flap closure, aimed at removing excess skin and achieving a neat chest wall appearance without reconstructing the breast.
For patients seeking an alternative to implants, natural tissue or autologous reconstruction, such as the DIEP flap from the lower abdomen or tissue from the thighs, buttocks, or love handles, offers a promising solution. Dr. Light highlights the expertise required for these procedures and reassures that many skilled surgeons across various states offer these options. Join us as Stephanie shares her personal experience, providing a patient's perspective on the benefits of natural tissue reconstruction. This video is essential for women considering their options post-implant removal or those facing issues with their implants.
David Light, MD is a fellowship trained, board certified plastic surgeon with a dual practice, focused on breast reconstruction and aesthetic surgery. Dr. Light is an aesthetic surgeon at heart, with a passion for breast reconstruction. Patients and colleagues recognize him for his surgical acumen and warm bedside manner. He approaches both his cosmetic and reconstructive patients with the same meticulous attention to detail and a commitment to compassionate, personalized care that delivers beautiful, natural-looking results.
Dr. Light performs over 300 primary and revision breast reconstructions a year. He is an expert in microsurgical breast reconstruction techniques, including DIEP, SIEA, PAP, TUG and LAP flaps. He was among the first to perform hybrid flaps, extended DIEP flaps, and stacked flaps for patients who prefer natural tissue breast reconstruction but may not have enough volume using a single tissue flap. Dr. Light has a special interest in helping those who were either not offered reconstruction or are unsatisfied with their current reconstruction. He performs delayed and complex revision breast reconstructions for patients who were previously refused, both regionally and nationally.
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