Reconstruction breast
Dr. STROUMZA ESCOFFIER performs breast reconstruction in clinics accredited for cosmetic surgery
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What is the reconstruction breast?
La plastic and reconstructive surgery is increasingly recommended after the removal of a breast tumor. It offers patients considerable help by allowing them to regain a breast shape close to that which they had before the mastectomy or lumpectomy (partial mastectomy).
One of the objectives of the breast reconstruction is to help patients accept the mutilation of a breast for cancer-related reasons, and to regain a body that will allow them to rebuild themselves.
There are many reconstruction methods which depend first and foremost on the patient's choice and the surgeon's capabilities based on their morphology.
Progress of the intervention
Before a breast reconstruction
- Consulting: 1 to 2 consultations with the plastic surgeon, 1 consultation with the anesthesiologist
- Tips: Stop smoking at least 3-4 weeks beforehand, stop taking anticoagulants (aspirin or NSAIDs) 10 days before the procedure
- Signature documents (quote, informed consent), and taking pre-operative photographs
- Reflection period: 15 days between the first consultation and the procedure
The intervention of the breast reconstruction
- Anesthesia: Generate
- Duration of the intervention: Between 1 and 3 hours
- Hospitalization : Often possible on an outpatient basis (same-day discharge) or with one-night hospitalization (discharge the day after the procedure), depending on the technique used.
Sequences and Outcome of a breast reconstruction
- Post-operative instructions : wearing a compression bra
- Removing the wires: No threads to remove as all threads are absorbable
- Rest : 1 to 7 days.
- Resumption of physical activities: Between 2 and 4 weeks
- Resumption of professional activities: in some cases as early as the next day, or after 7 days of recovery.
- Timeframe for final result: between 3 and 6 months most often, but sometimes up to 1 year after the procedure
Fee for the intervention
- You will receive a quote at the first consultation.
- The price includes hospitalization, operating room, anesthesia, surgeon, and surgical assistant fees.
- Coverage may be available through social security for the following conditions: Tuberous breasts, breast asymmetry, breast reconstruction after breast cancer
Documents
List of anatomical areas concerned
- Tits
- Areoles
- Nipple
- Pectoralis major
- Pectoralis minor
- Mammary gland
- Inframammary fold
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Article written by the editorial team and validated by Dr. Nathaniel Stroumza Escoffier, plastic surgeon — RPPS 10100674943
Published on July 21, 2025 · Updated on March 24, 2026 · Discover the journey of Dr. Stroumza
Sources & references HAS · SOFCEP · SFCPRE · PubMed · Order of Physicians
This article is for informational purposes only and does not replace a medical consultation.
This article is for informational purposes only and does not replace a medical consultation.



















