PROCEDURES / BREAST RECONSTRUCTION

Breast Revision Reconstruction on
Long Island

You’ve already been through mastectomy, radiation, and reconstruction. The last thing you expected was to need another surgery. But when your initial breast reconstruction doesn’t deliver the comfort or results you deserve, we offer advanced breast revision reconstruction on Long Island, covered by insurance, to help you feel whole again.

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When to Consider Breast Revision Reconstruction on Long Island

Even when your initial reconstruction is performed skillfully, complications can develop months or years later. Scar tissue formation, implant aging, radiation effects, and natural tissue changes all play a role. Some of the most common complaints we hear include:

Breast asymmetry:

Scar tissue can form differently in each breast, resulting in asymmetry. Infections and implant displacement can aggravate this even more.

Breast deformity:

Lumpectomies and radiation therapy can cause breast deformity through localized contour depressions (or “divots”) in the skin.

Implant hardness:

Scar tissue, or capsular contracture, can make implants feel hard when the scar compresses the implants, causing them to displace and tighten.

Implant ruptures:

Breast implants aren't meant to last a lifetime, and there is the possibility that they could rupture or leak. An implant rupture can cause pain, swelling, and changes in the appearance and shape of the breast, or can be asymptomatic.

Nipple displacement:

Localized tissue deficiencies and scar tissue can cause the nipples to displace over time and need to be repositioned.

Chronic discomfort:

Many revision breast reconstruction patients are more concerned with the way they feel than the way they look. When implants are placed partially under the muscle, some patients complain of chronic tightness or the feeling of a vice. Prepectoral revision can relieve this discomfort.

Animation deformity:

With implant breast reconstruction under the muscle, there can be unsightly wrinkling in the upper and inner aspects of the breasts. This can be corrected by replacing the implants on top of the muscle (prepectoral revision).

If any of these complaints speak to you, speak to us. At Harris Plastic Surgery, we specialize in correcting complications from breast reconstruction, whether it’s been months or decades since your initial procedure.

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Board-Certified Excellence on Long Island

Dr. Stephen U. Harris is a board-certified plastic surgeon and recognized expert in breast reconstruction surgeries, having performed thousands in his career. Dr. Harris stays up-to-date on all the latest advancements in breast reconstruction, and was the first surgeon at Good Samaritan Hospital to offer secondary prepectoral breast reconstruction revision surgery.

Proven Techniques for Breast Reconstruction Revision


Whether you’re dealing with chronic tightness, implant displacement, capsular contracture, or asymmetry, our board-certified plastic surgeon has the expertise to improve both how you look and how you feel.

Autologous Fat
Grafting

Autologous Fat Grafting uses a small liposuction cannula to remove fat from another part of the body, like the stomach or thighs, and transfer it into the breast to improve the shape and feel of the breasts, disguising the implant contours.

Prepectoral Revision Reconstruction

During a prepectoral reconstruction, a new space is created above the pectoralis muscle of the chest to place a breast implant. An acellular dermal matrix is sometimes used to provide additional support and reduce scarring.

Internal Implant Pocket Refinement

An internal implant pocket refinement is a surgical technique used to adjust the position of a breast implant to correct asymmetry or deformity. Implantable scaffolds made of dissolvable biologic material can be used to prevent recurrence.

Scar
Revision

Scars can lead to skin puckering and deformities that cause breast asymmetry and nipple displacement. In scar revision surgery, we surgically adjust the scar to release the tension it’s causing and help create a more uniform appearance.

Replacement of Ruptured Implants

In this surgical approach, we remove the ruptured breast implant, clear any silicone or saline residue, and replace it with a new implant in a single surgery. Today’s devices have improved shell technology and longer track records for durability.

Implant Conversion to Natural Tissue Reconstruction

Sometimes, a patient with a breast implant would like to have it removed and replaced by natural tissue transfer from another part of their body to create a new breast; giving a more natural appearance and eliminating the risk of future implant complications.

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Expert Insurance Coordination for Peace of Mind

Insurance typically covers revision breast reconstruction under the Women’s Health and Cancer Rights Act of 1998, which mandates coverage for coverage for breast reconstruction and revision breast reconstruction surgery after lumpectomy, mastectomy, or prophylactic mastectomy.

Our office is very familiar with these laws and handles the coverage process for you, so financial concerns don’t stand in the way of your well-being.

Margaret

“For a doctor's visit I was really afraid to go to, Dr. Harris and his staff got me through it. They explained everything step by step. I highly recommend them. They made a tough time easy!!!”

Kathleen

“Not only have I seen Dr. Harris, but have recommended him to family and friends. Very happy with the results of his work and will continue to seek his advice.”

Ember

“Talented surgeon and great staff that handles appointments and insurance. What more could you ask?”

Laura

“Dr. Harris and his whole team are so patient and walk you through every step of the way. They listen to you and ask valuable questions. They all changed my life for the better and I am forever incredibly grateful to each and every one of them.”

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Discuss Your Concerns Today

You deserve to look and feel your best. Contact our office to discuss breast revision reconstruction on Long Island and how we can help you feel whole again.

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