{"id":2078,"date":"2026-03-31T12:01:23","date_gmt":"2026-03-31T10:01:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.drcolle.be\/breast-reconstruction\/"},"modified":"2026-05-11T15:02:03","modified_gmt":"2026-05-11T13:02:03","slug":"breast-reconstruction","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.drcolle.be\/en\/breast-reconstruction\/","title":{"rendered":"Breast reconstruction"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns alignfull are-vertically-aligned-top is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-28f84493 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-top is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-cover has-custom-content-position is-position-bottom-center\" style=\"padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--128-65);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--64-32);min-height:560px;aspect-ratio:unset;\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-block-cover__image-background wp-image-145 size-full\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/www.drcolle.be\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Dr-colle-bannerbeeld-placeholder-scaled.jpg\" style=\"object-position:53% 23%\" data-object-fit=\"cover\" data-object-position=\"53% 23%\"\/><span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-cover__background has-background-dim-100 has-background-dim wp-block-cover__gradient-background has-background-gradient has-header-overlay-gradient-background\"><\/span><div class=\"wp-block-cover__inner-container has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-cover-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignwide has-global-padding is-content-justification-left is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-12dd3699 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Breast reconstruction<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"is-style-default\">Restoration of the breast shape after breast cancer, with a personalized approach: using autologous tissue or implants.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\" style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--24-16)\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/agenda.mediris.be\/appointments?agenda=5a9f0a87-cb2f-460c-9e5d-f2eb27b69c94\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Schedule an appointment<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull has-primary-50-background-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-65832234 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--64-32);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--64-32)\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignwide is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>A breast reconstruction is a procedure in which the breast shape is restored after a mastectomy or breast-conserving treatment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The goal is to reconstruct a natural breast shape, with attention to symmetry, proportion, and body balance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Depending on the situation, various techniques can be chosen:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.drcolle.be\/en\/dienst\/autologous-breast-reconstruction\/\" data-type=\"dienst\" data-id=\"936\">breast reconstruction with autologous tissue<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.drcolle.be\/en\/dienst\/breast-reconstruction-with-implant\/\" data-type=\"dienst\" data-id=\"768\">breast reconstruction with implant<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>The choice of technique depends on your medical history, previous treatments (such as radiation), body type, and personal preference.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>During the consultation, we will determine together which approach best aligns with your expectations and possibilities.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignwide is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--64-32);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--64-32)\">\n<p class=\"is-style-subtitle is-style-subtitle--1\">breast reconstruction<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Breast reconstruction: techniques and possibilities<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-query is-layout-flow wp-block-query-is-layout-flow\"><ul class=\"is-style-random-query wp-block-post-template is-layout-grid wp-container-core-post-template-is-layout-6dfb89de wp-block-post-template-is-layout-grid\"><li class=\"wp-block-post post-2151 dienst type-dienst status-publish format-standard hentry categorie-diensten-borstreconstructie\">\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-border-color has-primary-100-border-color has-primary-50-background-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-e34d9ae9 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"border-width:1px;padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--32-24);padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--32-24);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--32-24);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--32-24)\"><h3 style=\"font-style:italic;font-weight:400; margin-top:0;margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--16-8);\" class=\"wp-block-post-title\">Breast reconstruction with implant<\/h3>\n\n<div style=\"padding-bottom:0;margin-top:0;margin-bottom:0;\" class=\"wp-block-post-excerpt\"><p class=\"wp-block-post-excerpt__excerpt\">What is a breast reconstruction with implant? A breast reconstruction with implant is a technique where a breast is rebuilt using a silicone breast implant. This technique is often used after a mastectomy when there is sufficient skin and soft tissue present to safely cover an implant. In certain situations, an implant reconstruction can be<\/p><p class=\"wp-block-post-excerpt__more-text\"><a class=\"wp-block-post-excerpt__more-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.drcolle.be\/en\/dienst\/breast-reconstruction-with-implant\/\">More info<\/a><\/p><\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/li><li class=\"wp-block-post post-2231 dienst type-dienst status-publish format-standard hentry categorie-diensten-borstreconstructie categorie-diensten-borstreconstructie-eigen-weefsel\">\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-border-color has-primary-100-border-color has-primary-50-background-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-e34d9ae9 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"border-width:1px;padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--32-24);padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--32-24);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--32-24);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--32-24)\"><h3 style=\"font-style:italic;font-weight:400; margin-top:0;margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--16-8);\" class=\"wp-block-post-title\">Autologous breast reconstruction<\/h3>\n\n<div style=\"padding-bottom:0;margin-top:0;margin-bottom:0;\" class=\"wp-block-post-excerpt\"><p class=\"wp-block-post-excerpt__excerpt\">What is autologous breast reconstruction? In autologous breast reconstruction, the breast shape is restored using skin and fat from the patient&#8217;s own body. Unlike reconstruction with an implant, no prosthesis is used here. The volume consists of the body&#8217;s own tissue, which often makes the breast feel softer and more natural. This technique can be<\/p><p class=\"wp-block-post-excerpt__more-text\"><a class=\"wp-block-post-excerpt__more-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.drcolle.be\/en\/dienst\/autologous-breast-reconstruction\/\">More info<\/a><\/p><\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/li><\/ul><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns alignfull are-vertically-aligned-top is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-f0342b05 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\" style=\"margin-top:0;margin-bottom:0\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-top is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-cover\" style=\"margin-top:0;margin-bottom:0;padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--128-65);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--64-32);min-height:560px;aspect-ratio:unset;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2560\" height=\"1707\" class=\"wp-block-cover__image-background wp-image-1168 size-full\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/www.drcolle.be\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/ByVincentGorissen-Innovaris-Westrlo-3-maart-20267-1-scaled.jpg\" data-object-fit=\"cover\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.drcolle.be\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/ByVincentGorissen-Innovaris-Westrlo-3-maart-20267-1-scaled.jpg 2560w, https:\/\/www.drcolle.be\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/ByVincentGorissen-Innovaris-Westrlo-3-maart-20267-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.drcolle.be\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/ByVincentGorissen-Innovaris-Westrlo-3-maart-20267-1-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.drcolle.be\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/ByVincentGorissen-Innovaris-Westrlo-3-maart-20267-1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.drcolle.be\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/ByVincentGorissen-Innovaris-Westrlo-3-maart-20267-1-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.drcolle.be\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/ByVincentGorissen-Innovaris-Westrlo-3-maart-20267-1-2048x1366.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px\" \/><span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-cover__background has-background-dim-100 has-background-dim wp-block-cover__gradient-background has-background-gradient has-light-to-dark-banner-gradient-background\"><\/span><div class=\"wp-block-cover__inner-container has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-cover-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignwide has-global-padding is-content-justification-center is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\"><em>Schedule your personal consultation<\/em><\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center is-style-default\">Discover how we can enhance your well-being and self-confidence with our specialized care.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-1580a546 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\" style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--24-16)\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/agenda.mediris.be\/appointments?agenda=5a9f0a87-cb2f-460c-9e5d-f2eb27b69c94\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Schedule an appointment<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>A breast reconstruction is a procedure in which the breast shape is restored after a mastectomy or breast-conserving treatment. 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