What To Do After an Irregular Mammogram Posted on October 20, 2023 By bedfordbc It's completely natural to feel on edge as you wait for results---even more so if you're asked to return for further testing. Take a deep breath and remind yourself that most callbacks are simply a means for your doctor to be diligent, thoroughly examining any area of concern without implying a cancer diagnosis. As female … Read More
Get Natural Results with Nipple-Sparing Mastectomy Posted on July 28, 2023 By bedfordbc When a woman faces a breast cancer diagnosis, she needs to remember that she has choices on this journey. No woman should have to settle simply because "that's the way it's always been done." This is especially true when it comes to preparing for a mastectomy. At Bedford Breast Center in Beverly Hills, CA, we … Read More
Remove That Benign Breast Lump Without Surgery: About Our Nonsurgical Lumpectomy Posted on June 5, 2023 By bedfordbc Have you ever felt a lump in your breast and, after having been evaluated, been told that there was “nothing there” and that you should just live with it? Many patients go through expensive, emotionally taxing, and time-consuming evaluations and, at the end of their journey, are essentially sent away with a figurative pat on … Read More
The Facts about SWIM Breast Reconstruction Posted on June 2, 2023 By bedfordbc Navigating breast cancer treatments and reconstructive surgery options can be overwhelming. SWIM is a revolutionary breast reconstruction procedure that does not require implants or free flaps. It stands for skin-sparing, wise pattern, internal mammary perforator—and was developed right here at the Bedford Breast Center in Beverly Hills, CA. The SWIM technique was developed by , … Read More
What Should You Do If You Have Hard Lumps After Natural Breast Augmentation (Fat Grafting)? Posted on May 23, 2023 By bedfordbc Fat necrosis—the lumps that sometimes appear after fat grafting breast augmentation—is a troubling occurrence for patients after the procedure. However, having a hard lump after natural breast augmentation or reconstruction is a benign event that is more of a cosmetic issue and a matter of physical comfort than a serious or life-threatening health concern. Here, … Read More
3 Tips for Choosing Where To Get a Mammogram Posted on April 26, 2023 By bedfordbc Mammography is an essential tool for breast health, as it’s one of the most effective methods for early breast cancer screening. The American Cancer Society reports that breast cancer makes up 30% of all women’s cancer diagnoses, so regular screenings are vital. Still, knowing where to go for those all-important screenings can be confusing. Is … Read More
Nipple Sparing Mastectomy vs. Traditional Mastectomy: Top 3 Differentiating Factors Posted on April 25, 2023 By bedfordbc Women dealing with breast cancer typically opt to undergo a mastectomy to remove the cancer, prevent its growth, and reduce the risk of cancer spreading to other parts of the body. Modern medicine has given women more options with this cancer treatment, and one of the most beneficial medical breakthroughs for women is a breast … Read More
Breast Reconstruction After Double Mastectomy Posted on April 25, 2023 By bedfordbc According to a study by The American Cancer Society, in 2023, more than 300,000 new cases of invasive breast cancer were expected to be diagnosed among US women. Many other women discover that they are genetically predisposed to breast cancer, and opt for a prophylactic double mastectomy. Luckily, every year some of these women receive … Read More
Have Questions About Breast Cancer? Listen to the Best Breast Cancer Surgeons in Los Angeles – Not Lifestyle Bloggers Posted on March 12, 2023 By bedfordbc Lifestyle bloggers have a very specific–and sometimes useful–purpose. They help us find the best restaurants, the most affordable home furnishings, and the most flattering styles of jeans for a pear or apple shape. Unfortunately, they all-too-often stray beyond the boundaries of the merely aesthetic, and into territory that may have lasting, and even negative, effects … Read More
5 Questions To Ask Your Surgeon Before a Lumpectomy Posted on February 8, 2023 By bedfordbc Although a lumpectomy (the surgical removal of a breast lump) is one of the most common treatments for breast cancer, it's normal to feel a little anxious about it. One of the best ways to alleviate your concerns is to talk to your breast surgeon so you can fully understand what to expect before, during, … Read More