Breast Reconstruction Baton Rouge
THE GOLD STANDARD IN BREAST RECONSTRUCTION SURGERY
Breast Reconstruction Baton Rouge
THE GOLD STANDARD IN BREAST RECONSTRUCTION SURGERY
Breast Cancer Reconstruction can be performed to restore the breasts pre- or post-mastectomy. Depending on your body, needs, and preference, Dr. Theunissen offers many breast reconstruction options in Baton Rouge, some of which can be performed in conjunction with others to achieve desired results. Dr. Theunissen employs only the most advanced muscle-sparing procedures, which take skin and fat tissue from your abdomen, buttocks, thigh area, and sometimes multiple areas. Muscle-sparing procedures are now considered the “gold standard” because women can recover faster, without sacrificing the core-strength muscles that were previously compromised in older, dated procedures, such as those involving TRAM Flaps.
Dr. Theunissen and his staff understand that being diagnosed with cancer is hard enough to deal with, which is why they are available to answer all of your questions and concerns to help you be as informed as possible. In addition, Dr. Theunissen employs the assistance of other microsurgeons for microvascular breast reconstruction cases in order to minimize operative time and optimize results for his breast reconstruction patients in the Baton Rouge and New Orleans areas.
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WHY TRAVEL TO BATON ROUGE FOR BREAST RECONSTRUCTION SURGERY
Dr. Theunissen is among the best breast reconstruction surgeons in Louisiana and the U.S. He performs hundreds of breast reconstructions in Baton Rouge every year. Not only are our patients very happy with their results, but there are so many more reasons why many women with breast cancer feel at ease when choosing Dr. Theunissen for their reconstruction. Dr. Theunissen is there for his patients every step of the way and is constantly striving to push beyond the standard. Another reason so many patients choose to travel to Baton Rouge for breast reconstruction with Dr. Theunissen is that he can perform the same surgery, with beautiful outcomes, in less than half the surgery time of most surgeons. The national average for bilateral free flaps, reconstructing both breasts, is about 10 hours. Dr. Theunissen can reconstruct both breasts in about 4 hours. This is a big deal for women because shorter anesthesia time equals:
- Faster Recovery
- Less Chance for Complications
Dr. Theunissen’s patients can also have the peace of mind knowing that their chance of having a successful surgery has increased. The National average for a successful free flap breast reconstruction is 96.3%. Dr. Theunissen’s success rate is 99.2%.
While this percentage could appear as a small increase, one should take into consideration that Dr. Theunissen performs many more reconstructions than the average reconstructive surgeon.
RAISING THE BAR
WHY TRAVEL TO BATON ROUGE FOR BREAST RECONSTRUCTION SURGERY
Dr. Theunissen is among the best breast reconstruction surgeons in Louisiana and the U.S. He performs hundreds of breast reconstructions in Baton Rouge every year. Not only are our patients very happy with their results, but there are so many more reasons why many women with breast cancer feel at ease when choosing Dr. Theunissen for their reconstruction. Dr. Theunissen is there for his patients every step of the way and is constantly striving to push beyond the standard. Another reason so many patients choose to travel to Baton Rouge for breast reconstruction with Dr. Theunissen is that he can perform the same surgery, with beautiful outcomes, in less than half the surgery time of most surgeons. The national average for bilateral free flaps, reconstructing both breasts, is about 10 hours. Dr. Theunissen can reconstruct both breasts in about 4 hours. This is a big deal for women because shorter anesthesia time equals:
- Faster Recovery
- Less Chance for Complications
Dr. Theunissen’s patients can also have the peace of mind knowing that their chance of having a successful surgery has increased. The National average for a successful free flap breast reconstruction is 96.3%. Dr. Theunissen’s success rate is 99.2%.
While this percentage could appear as a small increase, one should take into consideration that Dr. Theunissen performs many more reconstructions than the average reconstructive surgeon.
Baton Rouge Breast Reconstruction Procedures
At our center for breast reconstruction in Baton Rouge, Dr. Theunissen offers the latest procedures, including PAP, TDAP, Hybrid, and DIEP reconstruction. Dr. Theunissen also offers implant-based reconstruction, nipple reconstruction, and tattoos once women complete their full breast reconstruction. Call our office today to see what Dr. Theunissen and his five-star staff can do for you.
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Breast Reconstruction FAQ
What is the newest breast reconstruction procedure/technique?
The hybrid stacked flap is the newest breast reconstruction technique. It involves taking fat and tissue flaps from two donor sites instead of one, and then stacking the flaps to create a larger breast mound. The reason a patient will choose the hybrid stacked flap could be for two reasons. The first reason is that they simply want larger breasts, and one donor site did not have enough fat and tissue to give the desired outcome. The second reason is that they have only had reconstruction on one breast(unilateral), and there was not enough tissue in one donor site to make a large enough breast to match their existing breast. Thus, adding the need to harvest breast tissue from two donor sites and stack the flaps, instead of just one.
How much does breast reconstruction cost?
Breast reconstruction is covered by commercial insurance in the United States, as mandated by the Women’s Health and Cancer Rights Act (WHCRA). The patient may be required to cover their deductible.