Advanced Plastic Surgery Institute
1981 E. Bonanza Ct. Suite 102
Gilbert, AZ 85297
Phone: (480) 466-7355
Monday-Thursday: 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Friday 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
Thank you for your interest in Advanced Plastic Surgery Institute. Due to the overwhelming demand for other breast surgeries, we are no longer performing breast reconstruction procedures.
A mastectomy can save a woman’s life. But some women feel they have not fully triumphed over breast cancer until their breasts are restored. More and more women are making the choice to have breast reconstruction surgery after mastectomy. Women from Gilbert, Chandler, and Mesa, AZ, and other nearby cities have the support and expertise of board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Josh Olson and the staff at Advanced Plastic Surgery Institute.
Allow Dr. Olson to help you regain your femininity and confidence in your victory over breast cancer. Call our office in Gilbert at (480) 466-7355, or request a consultation online.
Some women have mastectomies to remove breast cancer. Others choose preventive, or prophylactic, mastectomies if they have a high risk for breast cancer. Federal and Arizona laws require insurance companies to cover breast reconstruction after a mastectomy. This coverage may include cosmetic procedures such as breast augmentation on the unaffected breast to improve symmetry in the case of a single mastectomy. A woman may choose breast reconstruction to:
Our accomplished plastic surgeons, Dr. Josh Olson and Dr. Jacob M. Marks, strive to provide a seamless patient experience that exceeds all expectations. Both surgeons have trained under leading experts and bring warmth, compassion, and finely honed skills to their work. Learn more about what sets Advanced Plastic Surgery Institute apart.
Meet Dr. Olson Meet Dr. MarksDepending on the need for radiation therapy, Dr. Olson can perform breast reconstruction using tissue expanders, breast implants, a latissimus dorsi flap, or a TRAM flap.
For most women, Dr. Olson uses tissue expanders under the chest muscle (pectoralis) first, allowing time for cancer treatment planning and definitive pathology results. The expanders gradually stretch the skin before implants are inserted, helping to create beautiful, natural-looking results.
Dr. Olson may use breast implants by themselves, after tissue expanders, or in conjunction with the latissimus dorsi flap technique.
Flap techniques are usually required when there isn’t sufficient breast tissue left after a mastectomy for tissue expanders. The latissimus dorsi method involves removing a section of tissue from the back and transferring it to the breast. The tissue remains connected to its blood supply. This approach usually requires a breast implant.
The transverse rectus abdominis myocutaneous, or TRAM, flap is similar to the latissimus dorsi flap but uses abdominal tissue. This method usually allows for reconstructing breasts of ample size without the need for implants. Although this approach is not right for everyone, one added advantage is the slimmer midsection that results from removing the donor tissue.
Recovery and activity restrictions depend on the type of procedure. Flap procedures require longer recovery. Patients wear surgical dressings such as bandages to protect incisions and a special bra to support their new breasts. Dr. Olson makes sure his patients have the medications and support they need for a safe and effective recovery.
Many women need some time to get used to their new breasts, but reconstruction has been shown to greatly soften the impact, both physical and emotional, of cancer treatment or prevention.
From the Blog
A tummy tuck is a transformative procedure, but you’ll enjoy other benefits beyond just removing skin. You have so much to look forward to after surgery, and some of the perks might be even better than you could imagine! Below are 5 unexpected benefits of tummy tuck surgery that can improve your overall quality of […]
Continue ReadingFrom the Blog
Breast surgery offers many ways to enhance your appearance, restore your confidence, or help you feel more comfortable in your body. At Advanced Plastic Surgery Institute, I provide various procedures tailored to meet each patient’s unique needs. Whether you’re considering breast reconstruction after cancer, improving the appearance of your breasts, or reducing discomfort caused by […]
Continue ReadingFrom the Blog
Even if you think you’re prepared for the physical changes caused by childbearing, you might be surprised by just how different your body looks after pregnancy. And despite maintaining healthy habits and exercising regularly, some changes simply can’t be undone without help. That’s why mommy makeover surgery is so popular at our Gilbert, Arizona, practice. […]
Continue Reading
