Surgery and Healing

     The preparation for your surgery should start with visit to our office. We will explain step         
     by  step what will happen, and what would be the best way to get ready.
    Here are our recommendations:
    - reserve about 1 hour to spend in our office to see, listen, and ask questions
    - order a surgical camisole (our fitter will help you to choose correct size) with one or             
       two puffs, to take to the hospital with you
    - choose a wig with preferred cut style and color, to put it in your file; when you
      start chemotherapy and the time will come to replace your missing hair, it will take only         
       a few days to have it delivered.
                                                                                                                                          
                                                                                                                                           
                                                                                                                                           
                                                                                                                                           
                                                                                                                                           
                                                                                                                                           
                                                                                                                                           
                                                                                                                                           
                                                                                                                                           
                                                                                                                                           
                                                                                                                                           
                                                                                                                                           
                                                                                                                                           
                                                                                                                                           
                                                                                                                                           
                                                                                                                                           
                                                                                                                                           



These camisoles are designed to be used immediately after breast or any chest related surgery.
The cotton/lycra fabric provides a gentle hug to hold the drainage tubs and adjustable   
puffs in place. They are easy to use: or through a neckline extending enough to allow a step-in
entry (left), or with front zipper (right).

Because of drainage tubes, your choices after surgery are limited, and a surgical    
camisole is essential. Velcro attachable pouches hold the tubes securely and   
comfortably; fiberfill puffs bring a more natural look. Both are included with the surgical   
camisole and are covered by Medicare and other insurances.

After the drainage tubes are removed, you are ready for the first visit to our fitting   
room. You'll be fitted in a soft, non-intrusive leisure bra with easy-to-use front closure, and           
non-silicone leisure breast prosthesis. Each bra has breathable pockets for the breast                   
prosthesis; each prosthesis has a cover for softness and comfort; both will bring back                    
symmetry and a natural look











 

allover silky-soft                    lightweighted foam form                   allover stretch
microfiber fabric                   in removable cover, with               cotton blend fabric
with delicate lace accent          weighted core for minimal              for maximum comfort
                                        weight and maximum comfort










              


   

   allover lace with              fashionable camisoles with lace            cotton leisure bra with
smooth cotton pockets       applique at neckline; allover                pretty lace accent and
                                        super-soft knit fabric for comfort         padded shoulder straps
                                        two fiber forms, two pouches              for comfort and support
                                        inner tabs for extra security    

These items should be worn for the incisions' healing time - usually 4 to 6 weeks. They are             
covered by Medicare and other insurances up to 80%. Second insurance covers remaining 20%
                                                                                 
    When the incisions are closed and dry, you are ready for a permanent, worn every day at        
least for 8 hours, silicone breast prosthesis and post surgical bras.
Permanent breast prosthesis are designed to look and fill in weight, texture, and shape, as            
close as possible to your natural breast. Worn in close-fitting pocketed bras, they create a            
symmetrical appearance and restore the body's natural balance.

 
     Whether you've undergone a mastectomy or lumpectomy your prosthesis will depend on the   
amount and location of removed tissue. Only a certified fitter is able to put the adequate              
prosthesis in the best fitting bra.










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   KATHARINA'S services are performed by certified  fitters and

        have to be delivered in our ABC accredited facilities