Losing breasts to breast cancer doesn’t mean women have to forget about sexy-fitting bras and cute underclothes. With professional advice and fitting, you can choose a perfect mastectomy bra for any occasion.
How to get the right fit
You shall begin your process of finding a perfect bra after six or eight weeks after the breast surgery. The most common type of prosthesis is silicone. However, the range of materials is wide. You can choose from asymmetrical, heavy, light, firm, big, small or soft and pick the color you like, from beige to brighter options.
If you’ve had a single mastectomy, you and the fitter will start looking at single mastectomy bras that suit your band and breast size. The band size refers to a measurement under the breasts. It shouldn’t be too tight, but a bit snug. As a rule of thumb, you should be able to fit two fingers underneath it. If you pick the wrong size and weight, the bra will move around and rise up.
The fitter has a chart that tells you what prosthetic size you need according to your natural bra size on a range from 1 to 19. You will put different shapes and weights of prostheses in the pocket of the other cup to find your type.
Ladies who have had double mastectomies can choose from a wider range of bras. They can choose different looks and they are guaranteed symmetry. Your body frame usually tells you how much smaller or larger you can go with your bra cups.
Mastectomy Bras are great for every occasion
A professional fitter can also ask you to bring in relevant clothes you prefer to wear so that you will know how the bra looks under the clothes and test run your favorite looks in the store. Mastectomy bras can be racer back, halter top, strapless, seamless cup, and underwire varieties. Depending on your prosthetic and the bra type, you could also need a silicone extender that projects where the nipple could be.
Where to find mastectomy bras
It’s recommended to ask your oncologist and contact an academic cancer center to find out about the mastectomy bra shop near you. While some shops offer these bras, the advantage of asking a professional fitter is that he or she can give you better advice and even bill bras to the insurance. Many insurance companies cover two bras a year, sometimes even more.
The properly fitted mastectomy bra will look natural, and keep breast form in place whether you do. With many different styles available, from sport to elegant bras, they are ideal for women who have undergone mastectomy on both or one breast but decide not to reconstruct their breasts. So, ask a professional now to carefully measure you and find the fit that is well worth your money.
Here’s What To Do Now…
At Caring Touch Medical we offer a wide assortment of mastectomy bras. Come visit one of our convenient locations that are designed more like a boutique than a “cold” doctor’s office. Get fitted by one of our professional fitters in a relaxed comfortable private environment. Click here to find our location that is most convenient for you.
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