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Dr. Brian S. Wong Won, MD is a plastic surgeon in Plainville, CT specializing in plastic surgery. He graduated from University of Connecticut School of Medicine. Dr. Brian S. Wong Won, MD is affiliated with Hartford Hospital, Hospital of Central Connecticut, Hartford Healthcare, Integrated Care Partners and Hartford HealthCare Medical Group.
Hartford HealthCare Medical Group
Breast Reconstruction
Breast reconstruction is surgery to restore the appearance of the breast, usually after a mastectomy. The choice of how to proceed after the removal of a breast is a deeply personal one, with some women opting to wear a prosthetic form in a bra, and others choosing to embrace their new breastless form as a reminder of their strength and survival. Those options are perfectly acceptable, but many women feel most comfortable with their missing breast tissue surgically replaced. Breast reconstruction can be part of a patient's return to normal after experiencing breast cancer.
There are a few different methods used to create the round shape of the breast on the chest. A flap of fat, skin, and muscle can be taken from the side, abdomen or buttock and implanted on the chest to create a breast from the patient's own tissue. Alternatively, the skin over the chest may be gradually stretched to allow for the placement of an implant. Stretching of the skin is done using expanders, which are similar to breast implants, except they increase in size when saltwater solution is injected into them. Many women also choose to combine the flap procedure with implant placement to achieve their desired result. Once the new breast shape is formed, a nipple can be created and even tattooed to match the other side.
Reconstruction may be done in a single surgery or broken up into multiple procedures:
Breast reconstruction is not perfect. The two breasts may not always look exactly identical, although they will be close. There may be small scars, and a loss of sensation in the reconstructed breast. A reconstructed breast will not produce milk, so patients may have trouble breastfeeding. Still, reconstruction is a great option for women who want that part of their appearance back.
Rhinoplasty
Rhinoplasty is any surgery done to change the shape and structure of the nose. It is commonly done for cosmetic purposes, but it may also be done to reduce breathing difficulties. Surgery may include any part of bone or cartilage of the nose. In some cases, cartilage is transplanted from the ear or rib to augment the nose.
Rhinoplasty may be done for reasons that are primarily about appearance, such as:
Rhinoplasty may also be done to correct a deviated septum or other breathing impairment. In that case, the nasal structure is adjusted so that airflow is increased to a comfortable level.
Typically, rhinoplasty is only performed on adults because kids' and teens' faces are still growing and changing. After a rhinoplasty, healing will take 1-2 weeks, but subtle shifts in the face and occasional swelling can last up to a year.
Dr. Brian S. Wong Won, MD graduated from University of Connecticut School of Medicine. He completed residency at University of Connecticut Affiliated Hospitals. He has a state license in Connecticut.
Medical School: University of Connecticut School of Medicine
Residency: University of Connecticut Affiliated Hospitals
Licensed In: Connecticut
Dr. Brian S. Wong Won, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:
Dr. Brian S. Wong Won, MD appears to accept the following insurance providers: Cigna, ConnectiCare, Aetna, MultiPlan, Coventry, Harvard Pilgrim Health Care, WellCare, Anthem, Prime Health, United Healthcare, Inc., Health New England and CarePartners of Connecticut.
According to our sources, Dr. Brian S. Wong Won, MD accepts the following insurance providers:
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Dr. Brian Wong Won's medical specialty is plastic surgery. These areas are among Dr. Wong Won's clinical interests: tummy tuck (abdominoplasty), eyelid lift, and breast reconstruction. He appears to be in-network for MultiPlan, Anthem, and ConnectiCare, in addition to other insurance carriers. Before performing his residency at a hospital affiliated with the University of Connecticut, Dr. Wong Won attended the University of Connecticut School of Medicine. Dr. Wong Won is affiliated with Hospital of Central Connecticut and Hartford Hospital. He welcomes new patients at his office inFarmington, CT as reported by Hartford Healthcare.
