What is a Mastectomy Bra?
After a mastectomy, a patient may or may not elect to have breast reconstruction. When a patient chooses not to have reconstructive surgery, they may elect to use a prosthetic device to provide symmetry to their body. A mastectomy bra is a specially designed bra for use with breast prosthesis forms. Breast prosthesis are silicone forms made to look and feel like mature breast tissue. A mastectomy bra is used in conjunction with these prosthetic devices to help recreate the normal symmetry of a woman’s body prior to a mastectomy. Mastectomy bras are available in a wide variety of styles and colors, just like traditional bras, however they are designed especially for use with breast prosthesis.
