Tissue Expander surgery in south carolina
Tissue Expander to Implant
The tissue expander to implant process is a two-stage breast reconstruction approach typically performed after mastectomy. Initially, a temporary tissue expander is placed to gradually stretch the skin and muscle. Once the desired shape and volume are achieved, the expander is replaced with a permanent breast implant—restoring a natural-looking breast contour.
Explore the before and after results below to see how our patients have successfully transitioned through this process. Each transformation represents a journey of healing, strength, and expert care tailored to each individual's needs and goals.
Surgical History
Primary bilateral TE placement with alloderm, Natrelle 400cc , Revision of bilateral breast reconstruction; Bilateral capsulectomy; Bilateral TE exchange to permanent implants, Sientra 435cc; Bilateral fat grafting, : Bilateral implant exchange- Mentor memorygel BOOST SR HP 440cc with reconstruction of right and left IMF
Surgical History
Delayed placement of bilateral TEs- Mentor Artoura plus SM HP 300cc with complete Simpliderm wrap : Bilateral tissue expander removal and exchange to permanent implants (Mentor, Memorygel, Xtra, Moderate HP, 330 cc) : fat grafting to bilateral breasts : fat grafting to right breast
Surgical History
delayed bilateral TE placement (Mentor, Artoura, HP, 600 cc) with complete Alloderm wrap : Placement of bilateral pre-pectoral implants- Mentor MemoryGel SMR HP Xtra 755cc : bilateral open breast revision, bilateral fat grafting
Surgical History
Bilateral tissue expander placement (Mentor, Artoura, HP, 475 cc) with complete Alloderm wrap : Bilateral TE to implant exchange- Mentor Memorygel Boost SR HP 480cc : fat grafting to bilateral breasts
Surgical History
oncoplastic mastopexy for nipple preservation : Primary bilateral TE placement- Mentor Artoura Plus SM UHP 650cc with complete Alloderm wrap : Bilateral TE to implant exchange- Mentor Memorygel Xtra SR HP 595cc : Minor revision bilateral breasts with, fat grafting