Following a mastectomy or breast-conserving surgery, you may decide you want to be fitted with an external prosthesis to give your chest a natural shape. This is a personal decision based on your feelings about your body and the lifestyle you enjoy. A permanent...
In the United States, the average size of a woman’s breasts has steadily increased in the last four decades, rising from a 34B in 1983 to a 34DD in 2013. While a larger cup size can be appealing for many people, for women whose breast size is disproportionate to the...
Early detection is critical for people with breast cancer. So, frequent screenings are recommended to catch cancerous lumps before they grow bigger. However, it can be challenging for women with breast implants to detect cancer using standard imaging techniques. Can...
For many women, losing their breast due to cancer can negatively impact their self-esteem. Breast reconstructive surgery can help you regain your shape and confidence following breast cancer surgery. There are several options that your surgeon may recommend depending...
An external breast prosthesis is an excellent alternative if you have decided not to undergo breast reconstruction surgery immediately after your mastectomy. A prosthesis provides you with the shape and volume you need to support your posture and balance out your...
If you have had a mastectomy after a breast cancer diagnosis, you may be wondering what your options are to regain your curves. Many women are apprehensive about going through the surgery necessary for breast reconstruction and find that high-quality custom breast...
After getting a breast cancer diagnosis, many things in your life will change, including how you shop for bras. For many women, the thought of bra shopping for their post mastectomy body is daunting; however, there is a wide world of possibilities and support that...
Silicone breast implants are medical devices fitted under the breast tissue or chest muscle to increase the size of a woman’s breasts for aesthetic reasons or for breast reconstruction after a mastectomy. This popular cosmetic surgery is a major procedure, but it can...
Getting breast cancer surgery doesn’t mean an end to fashionable swimwear or showing off your body. You can still find fun and sexy swimwear even if you’ve had a mastectomy, a lumpectomy, or reconstructive surgery. Feel confident in your body at the pool or beach...
It’s estimated that close to 80% of women are wearing the wrong bra size. Your band size or cup size can change after pregnancy or surgery, such as a mastectomy or reconstruction. A bra that doesn’t fit right is uncomfortable to wear and it doesn’t offer the support...
If you have decided to forgo breast reconstructive surgery, you have the option to buy a breast prosthesis to help you regain your curves and your confidence post-mastectomy. But many women are unsure about the cost of breast forms or if their insurance plan covers...
After a breast cancer diagnosis, you are often presented with several treatment options, depending on the type and stage of the disease. A mastectomy is often prescribed to remove the cancerous tissue, and your surgeon may also suggest reconstruction using breast...
There are various reasons why you might want to wear a regular bra rather than a mastectomy bra with your silicone breast forms. Perhaps you have a favorite bra you loved to wear before your surgery? Or maybe you think your insurance won’t cover a new mastectomy bra?...
Going through breast cancer can be an emotional experience. Μany women have to go through chemo and radiotherapy treatments and surgeries to remove part or all of their breasts. If you’ve had to go through a mastectomy surgery, and you don’t want to experience another...
For breast cancer survivors, a custom breast prosthesis can offer the chance to feel like themselves again. Whether you’ve had a mastectomy, lumpectomy, or any other form of breast cancer surgery, you may struggle to find the confidence to look in the mirror. Many...
If you’ve undergone surgery for breast cancer, whether a single, partial or double mastectomy, it can sometimes be a struggle to adjust to your new bra size. With many women unknowingly wearing the wrong size bra after their operation, it can leave you feeling...
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