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Breast Implant Reconstruction After Mastectomy: “Ask Amy”
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Breast Implant Reconstruction After Mastectomy: “Ask Amy”

The decision whether or not to reconstruct breast mounds after a mastectomy is a very personal one.

Mastectomy changes your body forever and, for many women, this is not only physically challenging but mentally and emotionally difficult as well.

The most common choice after mastectomy is some form of breast mound reconstruction instead of wearing artificial prosthetics, typically with breast implants.

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