Ginger Slack, MD offers natural breast reconstruction in Los Angeles through advanced autologous techniques, helping you heal and feel whole after breast cancer. Using your own tissue, Dr. Slack creates soft, natural curves with advanced microsurgical techniques. Reclaim your confidence and femininity—because you deserve to feel whole and beautiful.
Restore your feminine curves without implants
Autologous breast reconstruction uses tissue from your own body—typically from your abdomen, thighs, or back—to restore your breasts after mastectomy. This advanced technique creates a soft, natural look and feel without implants. Because it uses your own living tissue, the results are long-lasting and change naturally with your body over time. Dr. Slack specializes in sophisticated microsurgical techniques that ensure natural contours with minimal donor site impact. If you want natural breast reconstruction in Los Angeles, this approach may be right for you.
Benefits of autologous reconstruction:
- Creates a soft, natural look and feel using your own tissue
- Avoids the need for implants or foreign materials
- Long-lasting results that change naturally with your body
- Lower risk of implant-related complications over time
- Can improve contour in donor areas like the abdomen or thighs
- Uses advanced microsurgical techniques for minimal donor site impact
- Provides warmth and sensation that implants may not offer
- Ideal for patients seeking a natural, permanent reconstruction option
What are the types of autologous reconstruction available?
Dr. Slack offers several advanced autologous breast reconstruction techniques, each using your own tissue to restore soft, natural curves. These methods rely on microsurgery to transfer skin, fat, and blood vessels from a donor area while preserving muscle function. Dr. Slack will discuss all your options and help select the ideal approach for the most natural results possible.
DIEP flap
The deep inferior epigastric perforator (DIEP) flap is one of the most advanced autologous reconstruction techniques. It uses skin and fat from the lower abdomen to rebuild the breast while preserving the abdominal muscles. This approach provides a soft, natural-looking breast and offers the added benefit of a flatter, more contoured abdomen—similar to a tummy tuck. Because the abdominal muscles remain intact, recovery is typically smoother than older techniques like the TRAM flap, with a lower risk of long-term weakness or hernia.
PAP flap
The profunda artery perforator (PAP) flap is suitable for patients who do not have enough abdominal tissue for a DIEP flap. This technique uses skin and fat from the upper inner thigh, leaving behind a well-hidden scar along the crease. The PAP flap creates a soft, natural breast while improving the contour of the thighs. This is ideal for women who prefer to avoid abdominal surgery or have had previous procedures that make the abdomen unsuitable as a donor site.
SGAP flap
The superior gluteal artery perforator (SGAP) flap uses tissue from the upper buttocks to reconstruct the breast. This technique is ideal for patients who are slim or who have had prior abdominal surgeries that make the DIEP or PAP flaps unavailable. The SGAP flap preserves muscle while sculpting the donor site, providing a natural-looking result. Because the buttocks are used as the donor site, this method requires specialized microsurgical expertise, which Dr. Slack provides through her advanced training in reconstructive microsurgery.
Stacked flap reconstruction
Stacked flap reconstruction is a specialized technique for patients who need more volume than a single flap can provide. This method combines tissue from multiple donor sites—such as the abdomen, thighs, or buttocks—to achieve the desired breast size. Stacked flaps are particularly beneficial for women with small body frames or those undergoing bilateral reconstruction. By using multiple tissue sources, this approach ensures a natural, symmetrical outcome.
What can I expect during the consultation?
During your consultation, Dr. Slack will take the time to understand your goals, medical history, and any previous surgeries. She will carefully examine your body to determine the best reconstruction options based on your anatomy and preferences. You’ll discuss different flap techniques, potential donor sites, recovery expectations, and any concerns you may have. Dr. Slack will answer your questions and guide you through the decision-making process. By the end of your visit, you’ll have a clear, personalized surgical plan to restore your body.
Will my breasts look and feel natural?
Yes! Autologous flap reconstruction uses your own tissue to create breasts that look, feel, and move naturally. Because the reconstructed breast is made of living tissue, it softens, warms, and changes with your body over time—unlike implants, which remain a fixed shape. Dr. Slack specializes in advanced microsurgical techniques to sculpt natural curves that complement your body. Over time, some sensation may return as nerves regenerate. If you want the most natural look and feel possible, autologous reconstruction is an excellent choice.
Why choose Dr. Ginger Slack?
Dr. Ginger Slack is a board-certified plastic surgeon specializing in autologous flap reconstruction in Los Angeles. She understands that reconstruction is more than just surgery—it’s an opportunity for you to restore your body and reclaim your confidence after breast cancer. She combines expertise in microsurgery with an artistic sensibility from her background in sculpture and photography to create tasteful, natural-looking results tailored specifically to you. If you’re ready to move forward, schedule a consultation with Dr. Slack today.
