Plastic Surgery Articles

Beauty for Breast Cancer Patients

October 6, 2006 -

It is estimated that one in every seven women in the United States will develop breast cancer in her lifetime. During breast cancer awareness month, we not only recognize the immense efforts being made to find a cure, but we also realize that the needs of breast cancer patients extend beyond just medical treatment. Every effort-from medical to reconstruction surgery to beauty treatments-deserve recognition. Below are a few that have caught our attention.

Natural Filler

Fat injections may be the new filler for women who would like to undergo breast reconstruction surgery after a lumpectomy. A New York plastic surgeon has revealed that fat injection may be a safe and effective alternative to correct lumpectomy defects and enhance the size and shape of breasts. What proves more promising, adds Dr. Sydney Coleman, MD, “The stem cells within fat can also rejuvenate skin weakened by radiation so that the breast tissue can support an implant if desired.” However, fat injections after a lumpectomy is still a fairly new process and is in the investigational phases.

Prosthetics Made Pretty

Every woman likes to wear pretty bras. Unfortunately, most lacy, racy lingerie is limiting to women who wear prosthetics after mastectomy-until now. Nordstrom is now able to outfit any bra with a special pocket to fit a prosthesis, making their undergarment collection available to all woman. Furthermore, the department store provides private fitting rooms, specially-trained prosthetic coordinators, a varied selection of post-mastectomy camisoles and bras, in addition to Amoena breast forms. Also, for those who would like to enhance their breast shape and symmetry, Nordstrom carries a large selection of equalizers and enhancers.

Beauty Treatments

Just because you have cancer, doesn’t mean you can’t look beautiful. New image renewal centers located around the country offer numerous beauty treatments to make every woman look and feel their best. Full salon services, massages, cancer-sensitive manicures and pedicures, and cancer-safe spa products are just a few of the things you can find. Holistic treatments like meditation and music therapy are also available.

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