The Center for Natural
Breast Reconstruction®

We are Breast Reconstruction Specialists!

JOIN THE FIGHT TO PRESERVE ACCESS TO MODERN MICROSURGICAL BREAST RECONSTRUCTION

DIEP flap breast reconstruction and other advanced microsurgical breast reconstruction procedures currently have unique billing codes, known as “S-codes”. These specialized codes were created to allow U.S. microsurgeons to bill insurance plans for these procedures. However, the coding landscape is now changing in ways that will significantly limit patient access to these advanced reconstructive options.

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Helping Women Make Smart, Informed Choices

At the Center for Natural Breast Reconstruction, we know there is an intrinsic connection between a woman’s body and her emotional well-being. After a mastectomy, a woman may feel a sense of detachment from herself, and we are here to help her feel whole again.

We’re dedicated to providing women with all of the information they need to make informed decisions about breast reconstruction. While our practice specializes in free flap procedures, we believe it’s our responsibility to offer every option and allow women to make the choice that they feel is right for them.

When making these essential decisions, you may be told you don’t have options beyond surgery using implants or muscle. However, you don’t have to make your final choice based solely on this initial conclusion. It’s valuable for you to seek an additional opinion, making certain you have enough accurate information to feel confident and ready when starting your reconstruction journey.

Our medical team believes in having an open and honest conversation about the breast reconstruction. Starting this process can be stressful, but you don’t have to do it alone. From financial questions to intimacy concerns, we are always here to help.

Procedures

Our practice specializes in natural, muscle-sparing breast reconstruction options.

DIEP Flap

The DIEP flap, the most common type of natural breast reconstruction, uses tissue from the lower abdomen to reconstruct the breasts.

GAP Flap

GAP Flap reconstruction uses tissue from the buttock area. This procedure is an alternative to DIEP for women with minimal abdominal tissue.

PAP Flap

PAP Flap reconstruction uses the tissue of the upper thigh. For women with small breasts or less abdominal tissue, this surgery may be an ideal option.

Innovative Procedures

Alternative procedures have been developed to reconstruct the breasts using tissue from other areas of the body.

ReSensation

This innovative technique uses a nerve graft to restore sensation to the chest after mastectomy.

3D Nipple Tattooing

3-D nipple tattoos are uniquely designed by a professional tattoo artist to have the dimensional look of a real nipple.

Before and After Photos

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Ask the Doctors

To help you learn more about breast reconstruction, hundreds of breast reconstruction Q & A’s can be found on our Ask the Doctor posts. If you can’t find your answer, please submit your Ask the Doctor question below, and we’ll personally answer within 48 hours.

    Meet the Doctors

    For over 20 years, Dr. Craigie (Left) and Dr. Kline (Right) have been operating as a surgical team, specializing in microvascular breast reconstruction.  They are both certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery, and they maintain an over 99% success rate for microsurgical breast reconstruction procedures. Our surgeons, along with the rest of our medical team, work to ensure that our patients receive the highest quality care in our office and during their hospital stay.

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    Our Blog

    Ask the Doctor: Should I complete radiation before or after I have DIEP?

    Q:  Hello. I am planning on having a double mastectomy with immediate diep flap reconstruction. The issue is that I have stage 1 invasive ductal carcinoma with a 12mm lump in my left breast. I won’t know if I will need radiation until after surgery. I was told by my...

    Health Insurance 101 – Open Enrollment

    It’s time for open enrollment time for most insurance providers! We get a lot of questions this time of the year about insurance choices and what might be the most advantageous to our current and future patients in the coming year. Don’t let the opportunity pass you...

    Ask The Doctor: Nipple Size Change

    Question: Does the nipple size change when you go on hormones for mtf or can that be changed during surgery? Answer: That hormone question would be a good one to ask your breast surgeon who performs your mastectomy. Our services are limited to the reconstruction...

    Ask The Doctor: Phase 2 DIEP

    Question: I’m currently seeking a surgeon for Phase 2 DIEP. My plastic surgeon here did a great job for Phase 1, but doesn’t seem interested in correcting what I think is a problem for Phase 2. My breast size is currently a DD and I do not like the size. Heavy and my...

    Real Stories from Women We’ve Helped

    “They took the time to listen and answer all of my questions. I felt comfortable and pleased with my visit. All of the staff was very kind!”

    “The staff immediately made me comfortable in the lobby, The paperwork was a breeze electronically. Was in the patient room within 10 minutes of my appointment time and saw Dr. Kline right away. He explained everything to me in a very understandable way and made me feel comfortable. Would recommend Dr. Kline without reservation.”

    Testimonials

    “From the first phone call, they make you feel right at home! It’s an even better experience the first appointment. Can’t say that about every office! They are wonderful! Dr Kline, is kind, compassionate & extremely knowledgeable!! Sets your mind at ease!!”