Breast Reconstruction
Conveniently located to serve Long Beach, Los Alamitos and the South Bay
Conveniently located to serve Long Beach, Los Alamitos and the South Bay
Breast reconstruction is a plastic surgery procedure used to restore breast shape, appearance, and size following mastectomy or due to a genetic disorder. Numerous patients choose Dr. Keith Hurvitz for their breast reconstruction in Long Beach.
Anesthesia Type: General
Facility Type: Outpatient surgery center
Recovery Time: TBD at consultation
What to Expect as You Recover: TBD at consultation
Breast Reconstruction Surgery
Breast reconstruction surgery rebuilds the breast mound so that it is about the same size and shape as it was before. If the nipple/areola was removed, it can be reconstructed as well.
Restoring volume to the breasts can be done with breast implants or fat transferred from another area of the body (i.e. abdomen, thigh, hip). Dr. Hurvitz will provide his recommendation following the physical evaluation.
A note about symmetry: If only one breast is affected, it alone may be reconstructed. In addition, a breast lift, breast reduction or breast augmentation may be recommended for the opposite breast to improve symmetry of the size and position of both breasts.
Due to the variables associated with breast reconstruction after mastectomy, and every case being vastly different, we are unable to provide specific details on our site as to recovery time, length of surgery, how many surgeries will be required, etc. These details will be discussed during your consultation.
Ideal Breast Reconstruction Candidates
Most women who have had one or both breasts removed (mastectomy) are eligible for mastectomy reconstruction or double mastectomy reconstruction. Women who have had only the part of the breast around the cancer removed (lumpectomy) may not need reconstruction.
Breast Reconstruction Cost
Most breast reconstruction cases are eligible for reimbursement. If you have medical insurance, please bring that information with you on your first visit.
Contact Us to Learn More
Breast reconstruction is a complex procedure that may require multiple surgeries and must be performed by a qualified breast reconstruction surgeon. To find out more about breast reconstruction in Long Beach, we recommend calling our office to schedule a private consultation with Dr. Keith Hurvitz at our office. Contact us today to set up your appointment.