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Dr. Mark L. Smith is an expert in breast reconstruction and lymphatic surgery with over 20 years of experience performing complex microsurgery. Through his compassionate care, you can feel whole again.

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Feel confident in your treatment decisions and in your body through Dr. Smith’s thoughtful and individualized approach to breast reconstruction.

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Natural Tissue Microsurgical Reconstruction

Natural tissue reconstruction uses your body's own tissue to rebuild natural-looking breasts after mastectomy. These types of advanced procedures require microsurgery to transfer the tissue and reconnect tiny blood vessels.

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Breast Reconstruction Using Implants

Implant reconstruction restores volume and shape to the breasts by using saline or silicone implants. Implants can sometimes be done in a one step procedure but may require two or more phases of reconstruction.

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Hybrid Breast Reconstruction

Hybrid reconstruction uses natural tissue in combination with a small implant and/or acellular dermal matrix (ADM) to rebuild the breasts. It’s often used for women who have less natural tissue available for reconstruction.

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Improving or Correcting Previous Reconstruction

Scarring, lumps, asymmetry, and deformities from previous surgery can often be corrected with revision breast reconstruction surgery. Dr. Smith is a renowned expert in revision reconstruction.

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Treatment of Implant Related Problems

Breast implants can shift out of place, harden over time, cause significant pain, or even rupture. These issues can all be treated to improve aesthetic outcomes and minimize discomfort.

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Breast Enhancement/Nipple & Areola Restoration

Procedures such as augmentation, reduction, breast lift, and nipple and areola reconstruction can improve the aesthetic appearance of your breasts and restore your confidence.

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Genetics and Breast Cancer

Some women carry genes that make them more likely to develop breast cancer. A risk-reducing mastectomy with breast reconstruction may be the right option to lower your risk.

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Types of Mastectomy

A mastectomy removes any tumor as well as the surrounding breast tissue. Many mastectomies can often spare the skin, nipple, and areola to be used in breast reconstruction.

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Timing of your Breast Reconstruction

Breast reconstruction may occur at the same time as a mastectomy or lumpectomy. It can also occur years or even decades later depending on your situation.

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Oncoplastic (Partial Breast) Reconstruction

Oncoplastic or partial breast reconstruction restores shape and symmetry to the breasts. It's used in conjunction with lumpectomy procedures, which only remove a portion of breast tissue.

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Lymphatic Surgery to Prevent Lymphedema (LYMPHA)

After breast surgery, excess fluid can cause swelling in the arms. This condition is known as lymphedema. LYMPHA is a cutting-edge procedure that can prevent lymphedema from occurring.

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Enhanced Recovery Program

Dr. Smith was instrumental in developing this revolutionary recovery protocol that helps women have less pain and shorter hospital stays after natural tissue breast reconstruction.

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Patient Stories

Our patients are models of triumph, fortitude, and grace. Hear firsthand about their experiences, and learn how Dr. Smith's compassionate care is transforming women's lives.

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Dr. Smith is the happy ending to this story. Everyone that I spoke to about him said, ‘you’re in great hands.’

I only have wonderful things to say about him and his team. Everyone has been amazing.

DAPHNE’S STORY

You don’t realize breasts mean so much to you until you don’t have them. Once I got them back … I couldn’t believe I lived so long without them.

Dr. Smith did that for me. He can make anyone happy.

EVLYN’S STORY

Dr. Smith did a perfect job. When I went to the oncologist, she said, “What a wonderful job. You look so natural.”

And that’s what I needed to hear. It was perfect. I said, “Yes, Dr. Smith did it.” He did exactly what I hoped.

DONNA’S STORY

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