Restore your confidence and sense of wholeness with breast implant reconstruction in Murrieta and Temecula at Advanced Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Center. Dr. Daron Geldwert and Dr. Darren S. Leong, board certified and fellowship trained surgeons with 35+ years of combined expertise, use advanced surgical techniques to restore your breast shape and volume after mastectomy.
Regain Balance and
Symmetry in Your Body
Breast implant reconstruction is a surgical procedure that restores breast shape and volume after a mastectomy. Using saline or silicone implants, the process recreates a natural-looking contour, helping you feel whole again. It can be performed in one stage, where the implant is placed immediately, or in two stages using a tissue expander before final implant placement. This customizable approach allows for flexibility in size, shape, and timing, making breast implant reconstruction in Murrieta and Temecula one of the most common and reliable reconstruction options available.
What Are the Benefits of Breast Implant Reconstruction?
- Restores breast shape and volume after mastectomy
- Provides natural-looking symmetry and contour
- Requires shorter surgery and recovery than flap procedures
- Avoids donor site surgery and additional scarring
- Customizable implant choices in size, shape, and material
- Can be performed immediately or delayed for flexibility
- Allows for refinements with fat grafting to enhance results
Am I a Suitable Candidate for Breast Implant Reconstruction?
If you have undergone a mastectomy and want to restore your breast shape and volume, you may be a suitable candidate for breast implant reconstruction. This is meant for women seeking a natural contour without additional donor site surgery. Dr. Geldwert and Dr. Leong carefully evaluate your medical history, lifestyle, and unique anatomy to create a safe, customized surgical plan for breast reconstruction in Murrieta and Temecula based on your goals.
You may be a candidate for breast implant reconstruction if:
- You have had a mastectomy and want to restore breast volume
- You prefer a reconstruction method without flap or donor site surgery
- You are in good overall health and able to heal properly
- You have not experienced significant radiation damage to the chest area
- You have adequate skin elasticity to support implant placement
- You understand the procedure and have realistic expectations about outcomes
What Are the Two Types of Breast Implant Reconstruction?
Direct-To-Implant Reconstruction
Direct-to-implant reconstruction involves placing a saline or silicone implant at the same time as your mastectomy. Instead of using a temporary device, the final implant is positioned right away, restoring breast shape in a single surgery. In many cases, a surgical mesh is added to hold the implant securely and create a natural contour. This reduces the number of operations, shortens the recovery process, and may provide immediate emotional reassurance after a mastectomy.
Two-Stage Reconstruction
Two-stage breast implant reconstruction begins with the placement of a tissue expander beneath the chest muscle or remaining breast tissue. This expander is gradually filled with saline over several weeks, gently stretching the skin and soft tissue to prepare for the insertion of a permanent implant. Once the area is ready, a second procedure replaces the expander with the final implant. This is especially useful if your skin or chest wall needs time to heal.
What Is the Recovery Process Like After Breast Implant Reconstruction?
After breast implant reconstruction, you can expect some swelling, bruising, and mild discomfort during the first week. Your arm mobility may feel limited, and drains may be placed to help with fluid buildup. Most women return to light activities within two weeks, but heavy lifting should be avoided for four to six weeks. The final results gradually appear as any swelling decreases and the implants settle into place over several months.
Follow these aftercare guidelines to heal smoothly and ensure optimal results:
- Wear a supportive surgical bra for at least 4 to 6 weeks
- Avoid heavy lifting or overhead arm movements for 4 weeks
- Keep surgical incisions clean and dry as instructed daily
- Attend follow-up appointments within the first week and ongoing thereafter
- Take prescribed pain medication or antibiotics as directed during the first 1 to 2 weeks
- Resume exercise or strenuous activity only with surgeon clearance after 6 weeks
Why Choose Advanced Plastic and
Reconstructive Surgery Center?
Advanced Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Center is a premier destination for advanced breast reconstruction procedures, trusted by patients and medical professionals alike. Led by Dr. Daron Geldwert and Dr. Darren S. Leong, both board-certified, fellowship-trained surgeons with over 35 years of combined experience, we have performed more than 10,000 procedures. Our surgeons’ expertise in “implant in a day” techniques and microsurgical reconstruction ensures natural results tailored to your unique needs.
Dr. Geldwert and Dr. Leong often collaborate as co-surgeons on complex cases, which means you benefit from the combined expertise of two skilled specialists working together to ensure the best results for you. If you are considering restoring your body after a mastectomy, please schedule a consultation for breast implant reconstruction in Rancho Cucamonga or Murrieta.
