Breast Reconstruction in Beverly Hills, CA
Dr. Golshani is a recognized expert in breast reconstruction. He performs in the Beverly Hills and Los Angeles area. In general, breast reconstruction is a surgery performed for a woman who has lost a breast because of cancer or another condition. Having a breast reconstruction can truly restore a woman’s confidence in her body. Beyond the physical rewards of breast reconstruction surgery, patients also report this is an emotionally rewarding experience because of its ability to improve self-image and quality of life.
Sometimes breast reconstruction is performed as a single surgery, but more often the reconstruction process is performed over multiple surgeries. The reason Dr. Golshani frequently recommends multiple surgeries is to allow for the use of a tissue expander to better place the breast implants or to perform subsequent reconstruction of the nipple or areola. In the case that only one breast needs reconstruction, Dr. Golshani may opt for a follow-up surgery to allow for fine-tuning of the reconstructed breast to give you balance and symmetry.
It is normal that the reconstructed breast may feel firmer and look rounder or flatter than the natural breast. It is also normal to not have perfect symmetry in your breasts – however, no one has perfect symmetry in natural breasts either. For our mastectomy patients, they find that these “imperfections” are visible primarily to them, but not to others.
Scheduling Reconstructive Breast Surgery in Los Angeles
If you are going to have a mastectomy, you should consult a board-certified plastic surgeon like Dr. Golshani to help plan your breast reconstruction well before the date of your mastectomy. If you live in the Beverly Hills or Los Angeles area, we can easily schedule a consultation for you. Important questions to answer are whether immediate reconstruction should be considered or whether reconstruction should be delayed to a later time. Factors influencing this decision include surgical options, the need for post-operative radiation therapy and/or chemotherapy, your general health, and your particular desires.
Please reach out to us if you have any breast reconstruction questions we can answer for you, or if you would like to set up a private consultation with Dr. Golshani.
Meet Beverly Hills Plastic Surgeon
Daniel Golshani, MD, FACS
Dr. Golshani is a double board-certified plastic surgeon who is committed to enhancing your natural beauty. With a focus on balance, harmony, and symmetry, he is passionate about making aesthetic goals a reality at his Beverly Hills practice. We are not only dedicated to your personal cosmetic beauty, but also to ensuring your health, safety, and comfort.
Breast Reconstruction Surgery FAQs -Beverly Hills, CA
Get answers to the most common questions about breast reconstruction surgery from Beverly Hills plastic surgeon Dr. Daniel Golshani. Learn how this procedure restores form and confidence after mastectomy or breast trauma.
Breast reconstruction is a surgical procedure that restores the shape, volume, and appearance of the breast following mastectomy, lumpectomy, or congenital absence. It may involve implants, autologous tissue (flap) techniques, or a combination of both.
- Immediate reconstruction: Performed during the same surgery as the mastectomy.
- Delayed reconstruction: Completed weeks, months, or even years later, depending on the treatment plan and patient preference.
- Implant-based reconstruction: Uses saline or silicone implants.
- Autologous (flap) reconstruction: Uses tissue from the abdomen, back, or thighs (e.g., DIEP, TRAM, or latissimus dorsi flaps).
- Hybrid reconstruction: Combines implants with your own tissue for a more natural outcome.
Nipple and areola reconstruction may involve surgical sculpting, skin grafting, or 3D tattooing. In some cases, nipple-sparing mastectomy allows the preservation of natural tissue.
Perfect symmetry is rare, but Dr. Golshani aims for natural harmony. Surgery on the opposite breast—such as a lift, reduction, or augmentation—is often done to enhance balance.
No. Reconstruction does not interfere with cancer screening or recurrence detection. Patients continue with routine imaging like mammograms or MRIs according to oncology guidelines.
- Implant-based reconstruction: 2–3 weeks
- Flap-based reconstruction: 4–8 weeks, plus donor site healing
- Most patients resume normal activity within 6–8 weeks.
- Minimal to no downtime
- Mild swelling, redness, or bruising (if any)
- Return to daily activities same or next day
- Follow post-care instructions to maximize results
- Infection or bleeding
- Poor wound healing
- Implant-related complications (e.g., capsular contracture)
- Asymmetry
- Donor site complications with flap surgery
Dr. Golshani minimizes these risks using advanced, patient-specific techniques.
Sensation is often reduced, especially with implants. Flap reconstruction may allow partial sensory return with nerve-sparing techniques.
Yes. The Women’s Health and Cancer Rights Act (WHCRA) mandates that all health plans covering mastectomy must also cover reconstruction, including surgery on the opposite breast for symmetry.
- Natural volume and symmetry
- Restored cleavage and contour
- Balanced skin tone and proportion
- Accurate nipple and areola positioning
Dr. Golshani’s artistic approach ensures your reconstruction is customized to your anatomy and aesthetic goals.
