Restore Your Bust with Scarless Flap Breast Reconstruction in Fairfield County, Connecticut

Am I a Candidate?

Traditional latissimus flap breast reconstruction surgery usually results in noticeable scarring, but Dr. Passaretti’s less invasive approach can achieve more natural-looking results with shorter recovery periods. During scarless flap breast reconstruction, Dr. Passaretti will create a small incision in your back to access your latissimus dorsi muscle, a flat muscle that extends across the lower back from the shoulder to the spine.

Next, he will rotate this muscle around to the chest with the blood supply still attached. If you have a thinner frame or you desire a modest increase in the size of your breast, Dr. Passaretti can use the muscle alone to reconstruct your breast. For those seeking more volume, Dr. Passaretti can also place a saline or silicone breast implant underneath this modified muscle. When compared to reconstruction with a tissue expander, reconstructing your breast with your own tissue can create breasts with a more natural texture and appearance. Dr. Passaretti utilizes a variety of breast reconstruction techniques, and we can help determine the type that is best suited your unique needs. In general, you may be a good candidate for scarless flap breast reconstruction if you:

• Wish to create a more natural appearance by using your own tissue
• Have sufficient muscle and fat across the middle of your back
• Do not meet the candidacy requirements for other procedures such as transverse rectus abdominis (TRAM flap) and deep inferior epigastric perforators (DIEP flap) breast reconstruction
• Have had previous breast surgeries, especially other flap procedures

During your initial consultation, Dr. Passaretti will examine your breasts, review your medical records, and discuss your goals to help plan treatment. If you are seeking breast reconstruction after a mastectomy or trauma, scarless flap breast reconstruction can help you enjoy your feminine figure once again. Contact our Fairfield County plastic surgery practice today to schedule a personal consultation with Dr. Passaretti.