Common Questions Regarding
Breast Reconstruction

The Centre, P.C. offers the most advanced reconstructive surgery procedures, including breast reconstruction, to patients in Elkhart and South Bend, Indiana, Michiana and the Southern Michigan area, and Chicago.

Q: Why do mastectomy patients have a breast lift or reduction to the unaffected breast?
A:
Some patients have a lift, reduction or even enlargement in order to create more symmetry between both breasts. Talk to our surgeons to see if this is an option for you.

A: Do you tattoo for nipple reconstruction?
Q:
Yes. Depending on the type of surgery and if a nipple is unavailable, we tattoo a nipple on the reconstructed breast. The color and shape of your natural nipple is duplicated on the reconstructed side to give the appearance of a natural nipple.

Q: What risks can I expect from this surgery?
A:
As with all procedures, there is always a possibility of certain risks and complications. Complications may include bleeding, fluid collection, excessive scar tissue, infection or a reaction to anesthesia or medications. You can reduce these risks by following your surgeon's instructions closely.

Please take the time to review our before and after breast reconstruction photos to see if this surgical procedure interests you. (Our physicians have performed all surgical photos in our website. NO modifications or brush-ups have occurred in any of the photos offered at our website. All patients in the photos have generously allowed us to help you better understand the surgical procedures we offer at The Centre, P.C.)

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Elkhart Office

RiverPointe Medical Building
500 Arcade Ave., Suite 300
Elkhart, IN 46514
FAX: 574-293-1511

Chesterton Office

Duneland Health & Wellness Institute
810 Michael Drive, Suite K
Chesterton, IN 46304
Fax: 219.926.3534

 

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