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By Pam Stephan, About.com Guide to Breast Cancer

How Do You Feel About Implants?

Tuesday October 7, 2008
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Implant Decision
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Women who choose breast reconstruction often choose breast implants. In fact, half of all breast reconstructions are done with implants, rather than with one's own tissue. Recovery is relatively quick, and results are immediate. But either kind of breast reconstruction results in a breast mound, with most of the sensation gone, a different texture, perhaps less drape and sway. This can impact your body image, and your intimate relationships. How do you and your partner really feel about breasts that are created with implants? Take a poll at the About.com Plastic Surgery site and see how others respond.

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