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Breast Reconstruction

Introduction to Breast Reconstruction

Dr. Gallagher has extensive experience in breast reconstruction after cancer surgery. She offers a wide range of reconstructive options to her Miami patients, including implant reconstruction and options to rebuild the breast using the patient’s own tissue. Many patients will opt to have their reconstruction done or started at the time of their breast cancer surgery. Breast reconstruction can be undertaken at any time by the patient and is usually covered by their insurance. It is never too late, therefore, to have a breast reconstructed, and Dr. Gallagher has worked with patients years after their original cancer surgery.

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What Is Breast Reconstruction?

Breast reconstruction can provide an enhanced aesthetic appearance and a sense of closure for those who have experienced a mastectomy or lumpectomy. Dr. Gallagher in Miami is an experienced, highly skilled aesthetic expert who provides access to today’s most advanced techniques. She will choose from the following options after completing your in-depth initial consultation.

  • In rare cases, patients who regret a reduction or mastectomy as part of gender affirming care may seek breast reconstruction. In collaboration with the patient’s mental health professional, Dr Gallagher can design a care plan to meet the patient’s needs. If possible, this can be done in one surgery with fat grafting and or implants. Some patients may require more than one surgery to reach their goals.

  • Depending on the patient’s needs and preferences, some patients may be able to have an implant placed right away to recreate the breast. More commonly, a patient may need a temporary placement of a tissue expander at the time of their breast cancer surgery. This allows for the creation of a pocket into which the future implant will be placed.

  • Depending on the patient’s goals and body type, sometimes their own “spare parts” can be used to rebuild the breast. This can be in the form of tissue from the back, abdomen, or sides. Fat from the patient’s abdomen can also be liposuctioned out and re-injected into the breasts.

  • If a patient has undergone a previous reconstruction after breast cancer but isn’t completely happy with their results, Dr. Gallagher can certainly help. Happily, revisions can be covered by a patient’s insurance – even “matching procedures” such as lifts and enlargements on the other breast. Various techniques can enhance the appearance of the reconstructed breast. Many patients choose to undergo a lipo-fill procedure to make corrections by liposuctioning fat from the abdomen and injecting it into the breasts.

  • Patients who have large breasts and are candidates for breast reduction surgery and then develop breast lumps can have their lumps removed by their breast surgeon at the same time as Dr. Gallagher reduces, reshapes, and lifts both breasts as required. Dr. Gallagher works with a team of breast cancer surgeons, and when necessary, a coordinated procedure can be arranged.

What Are the Benefits of Breast Reconstruction?

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Thanks to Dr. Gallagher’s innate artistry and eye for detail, our Miami patients enjoy a wealth of compelling benefits with breast reconstruction, including the following:

  • A sense of completion and closure after breast cancer
  • A more balanced, aesthetically pleasing appearance
  • Heightened confidence and quality of life
  • A wider range of clothing and lingerie choices
  • Lasting, natural-looking outcome

Who Are the Best Candidates For Breast Reconstruction?

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Undergoing a mastectomy or lumpectomy can be one of the most stressful and challenging events that a woman ever experiences. Breast reconstruction can provide a renewed sense of normalcy by enhancing the appearance of the chest and restoring a balanced, feminine figure. Breast reconstruction can be performed at the same time as the tumor is removed or at a later date, according to your unique preferences and situation. Dr. Gallagher will provide an in-depth consultation process to help you navigate your choices and make informed decisions about your care.

What’s the first step?

Your Breast Reconstruction Journey with Dr. Gallagher

To get started with breast reconstruction in Miami, you will first sit down with Dr. Gallagher and her knowledgeable team for an initial appointment. Your consultation involves a thorough discussion of your goals and a detailed reply to your questions. The doctor will conduct a medical and physical assessment to ensure that the procedure is safe, effective, and beneficial for you. As the next step, we will schedule your surgery and provide you with a few guidelines on how to prepare best. Prior to breast reconstruction, you should follow these guidelines:

  • Undergo additional medical testing when required.
  • Stop taking certain medications that could increase surgical risks 
  • Quit smoking at least 4 to 6 weeks before and after surgery
  • Fill any prescriptions ahead of time 
  • Prepare your home environment for the recovery process 
  • Schedule a helper to drive you home after your procedure and assist you for the first day or two

What to Expect on the Day of Breast Reconstruction Surgery

On the day of your procedure, our team in Miami will welcome you to our world-class facility and review your care plan, addressing any last-minute questions. You will then be placed in our surgery suite and given general anesthesia, which allows you to sleep deeply as Dr. Gallagher contours your chest. Once you are asleep, the doctor will create your incisions, according to your personalized treatment plan. 

In implant reconstruction, Dr. Gallagher creates a capsule in the chest to hold your saline or silicone device in place. With autologous flap surgery, Dr. Gallagher will extract tissue from a donor region and transfer it to the chest to create realistic-looking breast mounds. Once the surgery is complete, the doctor will close your incisions with fine sutures and place you in the recovery area until you are cleared to go home.

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Your Guide to Post-Breast Reconstruction Care

Following your breast reconstruction procedure in Miami, Dr. Gallagher will provide you with a customized aftercare plan that includes detailed instructions on caring for your incisions, showering and bathing, sleeping, returning to the gym, and resuming work and other daily activities. To help you manage side effects, such as chest swelling, bruising, and tenderness, Dr. Gallagher will prescribe oral pain medications. While you will be permitted to take gentle walks after surgery, you should abstain from strenuous exercise for 4 to 6 weeks or until Dr. Gallagher clears you to return to the gym.

How Much Does Breast Reconstruction Cost in Miami?

The cost of breast reconstruction in Miami varies depending on the techniques Dr. Gallagher uses, the type of implants chosen, and whether surgery is paired with other aesthetic options. The doctor will provide customized pricing once you complete your initial consultation and medical evaluation.

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Why Choose Dr. Gallagher?

Dr. Sidhbh (pronounced “Sive”) Gallagher is a trusted, double-board-certified plastic surgeon who goes above and beyond to make sure her Miami patients receive the personalized, exemplary care they deserve. She works with today’s most advanced technologies and surgical techniques to help minimize downtime, risks, and discomfort.

After graduating in the top three percent from University College in Dublin, Dr. Gallagher traveled to the United States and pursued eight additional years of intensive surgical training. She served as an assistant professor at Indiana University from 2015 to 2020 and is recognized for developing pioneering techniques, including Masculoplasty. A well-known innovator in the complex field of gender affirmation surgery, Dr. Gallagher founded the Eskenazi Health Transgender Health and Wellness Program and the program at Indiana University Health.

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Patient Reviews

  • Dr. Gallagher, wearing a surgical cap and mask, is shown from the back of the head and shoulder, dressed in a blue surgical gown, looking down toward a bright operating area.

    I had an amazing experience with Dr.Gallagher and her team, the whole experience from the procedure (top surgery) to the post-op care has been fantastic. Dr.Gallagher was able to address any concerns I had with my chest before the procedure and made me feel comfortable the whole way through, and then the attentiveness post-op is all the better.

    Alfio Oliveira (Jay)

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    Thank you so much Dr. Gallagher for your amazing work! I appreciated the great support from your team at the surgical centre and your office. Everyone was so wonderful! I am extremely happy with my results and had a very positive experience. I had followed Dr. Gallagher for several years on Instagram prior to my surgery, and learned so much from her detailed explanations about various aspects of the surgical procedures, what to expect on the day, recovery, etc. I had complete trust, felt safe, felt listened to. I also appreciate the follow-ups, and answers to all my questions. The support, warmth, care is top notch!

    Gill B.

  • Dr. Suzanne Gallagher, a blonde woman in light green scrubs, stands next to a patient lying on a bed (only the patient's arm is visible) behind a blue curtain in what appears to be a clinical or operating room setting. She is smiling and gesturing with her right hand while her left hand is on her hip.

    Dr. Gallagher and her whole team, from Neasa to Daryl Ann and everyone else in between, are absolutely fantastic, kind hearted, hard working people. Dr. Gallagher truly amazed me and I’m so grateful to have had her on my team.

    I was able to get keyhole top surgery about three weeks ago and I’m loving my results already! I’m muscular and heavier set as well but always had a smaller chest, and I’m so glad Dr. Gallagher was the one who could do this for me.

    Right now I am still experiencing swelling, but I am using compression dressings every day, throughout the day which helps tons! I know that when the swelling subsides months from now, and everything is “back to normal”, I am going to love even more what I see in the mirror because I can finally see me.

    Morgan F.

  • Dr. Gallagher, wearing a surgical cap and mask, is shown from the back of the head and shoulder, dressed in a blue surgical gown, looking down toward a bright operating area.

    So glad I found Dr. Gallagher. I would not have elected to pursue my surgery had I not found a qualified and competent medical provider that I felt I could trust and have confidence in their ability to offer a high-quality, low-risk result. As a result of my initial contacts and consultations with Gallagher Plastic Surgery practice, I was willing to pursue my desired surgery and even travel half-way across the country to their offices. I’m so glad I did. The results are outstanding, more than I even anticipated. This was the 3rd practice I had dealt with and so I was learning what to look for and knew Dr. Gallagher was a good fit. The medical expertise and professionalism are what I based my decision on to proceed. They were calmly confident for a reason. I realized at the surgery event and through to the 3 week post-op checkin the excellence in their personal care (bed side manner). The office and Dr. Gallagher communicated very well. Everything went smoothly and as planned. As nervous as I was about an unnecessary surgery, Dr. Gallagher and her team were able to build enough trust that I was able to receive a very beneficial result.

    Tim F.

  • Dr. Gallagher (left), in a white lab coat, and a blonde patient (right), in a blue patterned hospital gown, smile and look up at the camera. The patient is holding up a peace sign with one hand. A piece of art with the colors of the transgender flag is visible on the wall behind them.

    Dr. Gallagher and her team are the absolute best! She completed my brachioplasty on Tuesday and when I saw the initial results at my post op appointment two days later I literally had tears of joy streaming down my face. My weight loss journey has been a road of many ups and downs, and I was so nervous about whether this surgery could even work for me. Even with the swelling that is normal after brachioplasty, there is an enormous difference, and I am still in disbelief that even this early on, my arms look this great. My husband was even in disbelief, and we’re so excited to see what I’ll look like in two weeks time. Dr. Gallagher is so kind and patient, and walked me through all of the phases of healing/expectations, and was great to call and check in. If you are looking for a highly skilled surgeon that will give you optimal results along with a compassionate approach, it is well worth your time and money to consider a consultation with her. I am forever thankful for her and for her team! This is life changing for me. Thank you, Dr. Gallagher! I appreciate you so much!

    Melissa E.

Schedule a Consultation

To schedule a personalized breast reconstruction consultation in Miami, Florida, please contact Dr. Gallagher and her team today. Dr. Gallagher is a highly skilled, double-board-certified body contouring expert who will answer your questions and help you get started on the path to a more balanced, aesthetically pleasing appearance and increased confidence.

Dr. Gallagher frequently works with patients outside of Miami and the state of Florida. If you are interested in discussing a breast reconstruction in further detail, you can also schedule a virtual consultation with her to ask any questions you may have and learn more about proceeding with your surgery.

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