Are You a Candidate for Breast Reconstruction (Reconstructive Mammoplasty)?
Every cosmetic and reconstructive procedure starts with an honest conversation about whether it's right for you. Here's what to consider before booking a consultation with Dr. Gideon Maresky.
What Breast Reconstruction (Reconstructive Mammoplasty) Involves
Ideal Candidate Profile
You may be a good candidate for Breast Reconstruction (Reconstructive Mammoplasty) if you:
- ✓ Coping well with their diagnosis
- ✓ No additional medical conditions
- ✓ Over the age of 18 years
- ✓ Maintain a stable weight
- ✓ Not planning to breastfeed in the near future
- ✓ Not pregnant
When Breast Reconstruction (Reconstructive Mammoplasty) May Not Be Right for You
Dr. Maresky takes a conservative approach and will honestly advise if a procedure is not the best path forward. You may not be a candidate if you:
- ✗ Have unrealistic expectations about what surgery can achieve
- ✗ Are pregnant, breastfeeding, or planning pregnancy soon
- ✗ Have active infections or unmanaged chronic conditions
- ✗ Are a current heavy smoker unwilling to quit before surgery
- ✗ Are primarily seeking surgery to meet someone else's expectations
The Best Way to Know
Even if you check every box above, the only way to know for certain whether Breast Reconstruction (Reconstructive Mammoplasty) is right for you is through an in-person examination and honest conversation with Dr. Gideon Maresky. He will assess your anatomy, discuss your goals, and recommend the most appropriate approach — even if that means advising against surgery.
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