This week, James E. Craigie, MD, of The Center for Natural Breast Reconstruction answers your question.Question: I had a double mastectomy in 2008 and now wish I had had implants...is it too late?Answer: Yes, you can have breast reconstruction 8 years after your mastectomies. I have patients who have waited 22 years. Also its up to you and your plastic surgeon which technique is best for you. That includes implants. Thank you for you question! Have a question about breast reconstruction or post-surgical you'd like answered from our surgical team? Just ask!
