Reconstruction

Reconstructive surgery is the main term for many different procedures to help restore the form and function of the body. While many are for functional purposes, more individuals choose this type of procedure to regain an aesthetic appearance that was lost either from an accident, surgery, or from birth. At the Waldorf Center for Plastic Surgery, our surgeons specialize in breast reconstruction, cleft lip and lip palates, pediatric plastic surgery as well as skin cancer reconstruction.

Breast Reconstruction
Breast cancer is cancer originating from the breast tissue and comprises of 10.4% of all cancer occurrences among women. Although breast cancer is much more common in women than men, males can become affected with breast cancer. Also, after a mastectomy, patients often make the decision to undergo reconstruction of their breast or breasts to improve self-esteem and confidence. At the Waldorf Center, we utilize a number of surgical techniques to create an aesthetically pleasing breast after mastectomy.

Cleft Lip & Cleft Palate
Cleft lip and cleft palate occur in approximately one in every seven hundred children. They are relatively common congenital defects that can be correct. A cleft is an opening or fissure that forms before birth and can be successfully treated with surgery in early childhood as well as additional procedures as your child grows. Cleft palate and lip repairs are medically necessary - the palate is the structure that allows us to communicate clearly!

Skin Cancer
Skin cancer is the most common form of cancer in the United States with figures upwards of 2 million people diagnosed annually. If you’ve been diagnosed with skin cancer, the Waldorf Center frequently helps with the removal and/or reconstruction after the removal of a skin malignancy. With the aid of both a dermatologist and a plastic surgeon, the two teams can work to remove the tumor while reconstructing the area, improving your overall result of cancer removal as well as a better aesthetic appearance. If you have not been diagnosed and are concerned with a skin lesion, we’ll be happy to evaluate the area.