Breast reconstruction candidates

In general, the best candidates for breast reconstruction surgery are:

• In good physical health
• Psychologically stable
• Wanting to improve the appearance of their chest
• Well informed about the procedure
• Realistic about the outcome

The above is only a partial list of the criteria that your surgeon will consider in determining whether or not this procedure is appropriate for you. Be sure to ask your surgeon if he/she considers you an ideal candidate for reconstruction surgery.

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