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Corrective breast reconstruction: Free-flap procedures offer natural options if implants fail

Having a breast reconstruction fail can be devastating. Dr. Sumeet Teotia and Dr. Nicholas Haddock at UT Southwestern are pioneers in natural flap procedures, performing hundreds a year and continuously working to improve efficiency, recovery, and results.

Nicholas Haddock, M.D.
Sumeet S. Teotia, M.D.

October 13, 2021

Cancer; Plastic Surgery; Women's Health

New breast reconstruction approach delivers efficiency, natural results for cancer patients

DIEP flap breast reconstruction uses your own tissue to provide a natural look and feel after cancer. See how UT Southwestern has reduced operating time by half to provide a better, more efficient patient experience.

Nicholas Haddock, M.D.
Sumeet S. Teotia, M.D.

October 21, 2020

Cancer; Plastic Surgery; Women's Health

Free-flap breast reconstruction: A natural alternative to implants after cancer

Free-flap breast reconstruction with natural body tissue has emerged as a long-lasting alternative to implants after breast cancer. Explore how women benefit from the procedure, and learn about the patient-centric processes our surgeons followed to become world-class experts.