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Learn more about Atlanta breast surgery from Board certified plastic surgeon, Dr. Franklyn Elliott with Atlanta Plastic Surgery, P.C.

January 29, 2021

What Are My Plastic Surgery Options Following a Lumpectomy?

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Undergoing breast cancer surgery can leave women with many potential questions including whether or not they would like to pursue a breast reconstruction procedure. Although it is less invasive than a mastectomy, some women who undergo lumpectomy for breast cancer may still prefer to undergo a reconstructive surgery to help restore their breast(s). In order to help as many patients as possible, I offer different surgical options to help each patient find the right plastic surgery for their needs following a lumpectomy.

Determining the right surgical path depends on several factors including the woman’s breast size, the amount of tissue removed during the lumpectomy, and if they have experienced any indentations in their breast. Once this is determined, I will typically present the available procedure options. Breast reconstruction surgery using an implant or the patient’s own natural tissue may be of assistance and are good options for most patients. I also perform breast rearrangement surgery that works by rearranging the remaining breast tissue after a lumpectomy to restore fullness to the affected breast.

In the following video, I discuss what patients can expect from breast reconstruction following their lumpectomy:

If you’re currently considering a breast reconstruction procedure and don’t know where to begin the process, I recommend scheduling an in-person consultation with a board-certified plastic surgeon like myself. During consultation appointments, I review my patient’s medical history, discuss their aesthetic preferences and goals, review before and after photos, and then present the surgery options that I believe to be most beneficial based on my many years of experience. For more information or to schedule a plastic surgery consultation, please contact me, Dr. Franklyn Elliott. You can also follow along with me on Facebook and Twitter for additional plastic surgery tips, videos, news, and more.

July 30, 2019

How is Nipple Reconstruction Done?

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There are so many decisions that need to be made for women who choose to undergo breast reconstruction surgery after breast cancer. Even after a successful breast reconstruction procedure is performed, there are still choices to be made, including whether you want to pursue nipple reconstruction surgery. This choice is personal and solely dependent on each woman’s personal aesthetic preferences.

Nipple reconstruction is designed to recreate the darker-colored areola and the elevated nipple that may be lost during breast cancer surgery. The procedure typically occurs at least 3 – 4 months after breast reconstruction. This ensures that the reconstructed breast (or breasts) has had time to fully heal after surgery.

Since this procedure is not as commonplace as breast augmentation or facelift surgery, I have found that many prospective patients may not understand the basics of nipple reconstruction and how it is performed. In the following video, I walk through this procedure step-by-step to help patients better understand how nipple reconstruction surgery is performed:

I want to emphasize again that the decision to undergo nipple reconstruction is a personal one and every woman’s preferences are different. However, I have seen firsthand how cosmetic procedures like nipple reconstruction can help women feel whole again and truly achieve a new lease on life following breast cancer and breast reconstruction surgery. For more information on nipple reconstruction or to schedule a consultation, please contact me, Dr. Franklyn Elliott. You can also follow me on Facebook and Twitter for additional tips, news, updates, and more.

July 22, 2019

Hear from Women We Have Helped with Breast Reconstruction Surgery

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For many women who have experienced breast cancer, breast reconstruction surgery is one of the major steps to getting back to a normal life after cancer. Breast reconstruction can help women who have lost a breast, multiple breasts, or part of their breast in the course of a breast cancer surgery like a mastectomy or a lumpectomy. Although the prospect of more surgery after a breast cancer removal procedure can seem daunting, I have witnessed firsthand the amazing impact that restoring the breasts with breast reconstruction can have. My past breast reconstruction patients have put their experience into words beautifully.

Dr. Elliott is a true perfectionist. I had a TRAM flap breast reconstruction after a double mastectomy. His staff was amazing and once he gets to know you, Dr. Elliott is gentle, compassionate, and empathic. Thank you so much!

– AC

I’m grateful to have been referred to Dr. Franklyn Elliott following my breast cancer diagnosis. A patient facing breast surgery and reconstruction wants to know that her surgeon is confident, experienced, and highly skilled. Dr. Elliott meets all those expectations and is an expert in his field. I am very pleased with the results of my surgery and so appreciate the excellent care I received from Dr. Elliott and his entire staff. I highly recommend him for breast reconstruction.

– KH

After undergoing a prophylactic double mastectomy, Dr. Elliott performed my breast reconstruction with free TRAM flap repair. Three months after my procedure the results were great. The shape of my breast is exactly what I wanted. They look very natural. The results of the mini tummy tuck that I had done as part of my procedure was even better than I expected. My stomach has never looked so flat in my whole life! Dr. Elliott, his nurses, and staff were very supportive and great throughout the whole process. They did an excellent job explaining my procedure options, risks, and the recovery process. I would recommend him to family or friends.

– RM

It’s incredibly rewarding to hear back from patients like these that I have been able to help with breast reconstruction. My staff and I work hard to provide the care, professionalism, and long-lasting results that every breast reconstruction patient deserves. For more information on breast reconstruction surgery, please contact me, Dr. Franklyn Elliott, to schedule a plastic surgery consultation today. You can also follow me on Facebook and Twitter for additional testimonials, tips, news, and more.

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