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Breast Reconstruction and Restoration

More women are triumphant over breast cancer and the focus of surgery is often not merely about surviving but about thriving after the cancer is removed. Reconstructive surgeon, Dr. Vanessa Voge, takes seriously the role of restoring a woman’s body after a mastectomy. Most women who have eliminated cancer through mastectomy are candidates for breast reconstruction, a plastic reconstructive surgery, that restores your full confidence as a women. Ready to take this next step? Call 316-263-0234 today, to arrange a consult.

Benefits of Plastic Reconstructive Surgery

If you’ve lost a breast due to cancer or other conditions, breast reconstruction can be physically and emotionally taxing. With breast reconstruction, Dr. Voge can restore your breast to near normal shape, appearance and size following mastectomy. She personalizes each breast reconstruction due to the complexity of the procedure. Often times, Dr. Voge works in unison with your breast cancer team to ensure your overall health and comfort.

It is especially important to remember that a reconstructed breast will not have the same sensation or feel as the breast it replaces. What breast reconstruction does achieve is a sense of improved self-image and femininity that comes from having a natural-looking breast.

Breast Reconstruction Procedure and Recovery

Your breast reconstruction could involve several procedures performed in multiple stages. As technology has advanced, so has breast reconstruction surgery. When possible, many women choose breast reconstruction at the same time as mastectomy. Patients often have a more positive outlook knowing that reconstruction is available at the time of treatment and can recover from surgery looking and feeling less traumatized.

Dr. Voge recommends starting communication about reconstructive surgery options as soon as diagnosis. She encourages a team approach with your oncologist, breast surgeon and plastic surgeon. Together, you can make the decision of which approach is best for you.

Procedure and recovery time vary depending on many factors, especially the type of approach used to rebuild your breast. Some patients also have a breast lift, breast reduction or breast augmentation on the non-affected breast to bring both sides into proportion.

Breast reconstruction is often an emotional process that takes time to accept the results. During your consultation, Dr. Voge will spend time with you, helping you decide the approach that is right for you.


818 N. Emporia, Ste 301  •  Wichita, KS 67214  •  t. 316-263-0234  •  855-396-2196