Archives for April 2015

Upcoming Breast Cancer Events in Charleston

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The Center for Natural Breast Reconstruction is so proud to be a part of the Charleston, SC, community, which continues to support local women and breast cancer awareness with amazing events and fundraisers.

We encourage you to show your support at these upcoming events in our area for a cause that is dear to our hearts.

April 8—Pink Out Night for The Cure!

Show your support and pink out the stadium at the Family Circle Cup. This fun event raises funds for the Susan G. Komen Lowcountry organization. Wear your best pink attire, and $1 will be donated to help find a cure. Any survivor sporting their 2014 Race for the Cure t-shirt will receive a free general admission!

The gates open at 5 p.m. and play starts at 7 p.m.

For more information, visit the website.

April 11-12—Women living with metastatic breast cancer

Living Beyond Cancer is hosting their annual conference for women living with metastatic breast cancer. This 2-day event provides support, resources, and information to help those with stage IV breast cancer.

The doctors, researchers, nurses, and mental health providers all provide the most cutting-edge information. This is a great opportunity to meet others and be in the company of those who truly understand the struggles of living with metastatic breast cancer.

For more information, visit the website.

May 23—Rock Pink 5k 

This evening race is TONS of fun! From the pink glow necklaces, to the 80s rock band and outfits, to the body paint—this is the place to be! This 5k run/walk embodies the spirit of the cause.  All proceeds go to the Susan G. Komen Lowcountry organization.

For registration information, visit the website. 

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Ask The Doctor-Does lipomodelling make breasts more natural looking?

purple flowersThis week, James E. Craigie, MD, of The Center for Natural Breast Reconstruction answers your question.

Question: Do doctors do lipomodelling of the affected breast to make it more natural looking? Implant does not help. Thanks.

Answer: Thanks for your question. We perform fat grafting as part of the breast reconstruction process. If you had breast reconstruction with an implant and the results are not natural, fat grafting can help. There are some situations that require removing the implant in order to get a more natural result. Let me know if you need more info.

Have a question about breast reconstruction or post-surgical you’d like answered from our surgical team? Just ask!