Karen Bierwagen, lead mastectomy fitter at SCCA’s Shine retail store, displays one of many breast prosthesis options available at Shine. Adjusting to a reshaped silhouette can be challenging. Every ...

Following a mastectomy, Medicare Part B may cover external breast prostheses and mastectomy bras that hold them in place, provided the prostheses do not have integral adhesive. Medicare may replace ...

I am the first to admit that I have a love-hate relationship with breast forms post-mastectomy. Every now and then, I do put one on. It comforts me to know that there are multiple options (especially ...

This article discusses common myths associated with the use of external breast prostheses and the impact this misinformation may have on the quality of life of women after mastectomy. A review of the ...

After a mastectomy, you might choose to forgo or delay reconstructive surgery. However, you may wish still to have the appearance of breasts under your clothes. You have the option of external breast ...

After 20 years of being a dental hygienist, Mary Walsh-Aframe decided to switch careers and become a certified mastectomy fitter. She now helps breast cancer survivors find the right option to meet ...

FOR many survivors of breast cancer, wearing the right bra and prostheses can go a long way in helping them heal emotionally and physically. But finding such bras after breast cancer isn’t always an ...

Bringing 12 years of experiece with her, Ulferts will be offering pre- and post-mastectomy services, including prostheses fittings for women who have had breast surgery. She obtained certification ...