Reconstructive Surgery

Through reconstructive surgery, Dr. Levens can treat many different conditions, for patients of all ages and types. Procedures are often performed to minimize the appearance of birth defects, scars, injuries and diseases. View any of the links below for more information about reconstructive surgery in Coral Springs, South Florida.

Breast Reconstruction

Breast reconstruction is performed after mastectomy and lumpectomy, to recreate one or both breasts. Dr. Levens can use a variety of techniques to perform this surgery, including procedures that use breast implants and natural body tissues.

Scar Revision

In scar revision, Dr. Levens can reduce the appearance of a prominent scar. The procedure makes a scar less obvious by applying or injecting certain steroid medications, or by surgically replacing the scar with a less prominent one.

Cleft Lip and Palate

Children with cleft lip and cleft palate should always be considered for reconstructive surgery. Treating the condition early can help a child lead a normal, healthy, happy life. To repair cleft lip and palate, a plastic surgeon operates on the delicate muscle and tissue of the mouth. To perform this procedure, Dr. Levens may be assisted by doctors from different medical specialties.

Skin Cancer

Skin cancer has different forms, including basal cell carcinoma, squamous cell carcinoma, and melanoma. After removal of these skin cancers, patients undergo a procedure to reconstruct the tissue, to minimize negative effects on aesthetic appearance. Skin cancers can be treated with different methods, depending on the type of cancer, its stage of growth, and its location on your body.

Hand Surgery

Hand surgery is performed to treat injuries, disorders and birth defects that hinder normal hand movement or affect appearance. Dr. Levens can help patients with Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Dupuytren's contracture rheumatoid arthritis and more. There are both surgical options and non-surgical therapies that can be utilized for these conditions.

Tissue Expansion

Tissue expansion is a technique, often used in breast reconstruction, that enables the body to create extra skin for use in reconstructive surgery. Dr. Levens can use this technique on almost any part of the body. A silicone balloon expander is inserted under the skin and gradually filled over time, causing the skin to stretch and grow.