Sheila Bond, MD

SheilaBondMD (Physician - Surgery - Plastic (Verified) )
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Dr. Sheila Bond is a board certified plastic surgeon, a member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS). She received her BA in Biology and Psychology from Dartmouth College and her MD from Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons. She completed both her general surgery and plastic surgery residencies at the Albert Einstein College of Medicine, Montefiore Medical Center in New York. She has extensive training and experience in cosmetic and reconstructive surgery, including added training in breast surgery, facial rejuvenation and the use of lasers. Dr. Bond works in conjunction with general surgeons in performing breast reconstruction after mastectomy. She is constantly researching new procedures, techniques and products to remain on the cutting edge of her profession.

At her practice in Montclair, New Jersey, Dr. Bond specializes in comprehensive plastic, cosmetic and reconstructive surgery, as well as non-surgical cosmetic enhancements for the face and body. As one of a small number of female plastic surgeons, Dr. Sheila A. Bond utilizes "A Woman’s Touch" to help you achieve the look you desire.

Dr. Bond is a regular guest physician on the “Michael Baisden Show”; she has appeared on various television programs, and was one of three featured doctors on the BET documentary, “Black Don’t Crack”. On more than one occasion, she was voted by her fellow physicians to be one of New Jerseys’s “Top Docs”.

Her practice, Bond Plastic Surgery, prides itself on making every patient visit relaxed and enjoyable with the help of a caring and supportive office staff. She takes the time with each patient to ensure an excellent result.
Professional Info

Credential: MD

Primary specialty: Surgery - Plastic

Medical school: Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons

Residency: Albert Einstein College of Medicine, Montefiore Medical Center

Areas of expertise: Comprehensive plastic, cosmetic and reconstructive surgery, as well as non-surgical cosmetic enhancements for the face and body.

Practice name: Bond Plastic Surgery

Practice address: 39 South Fullerton Ave., 3rd Flr. Montclair, NJ 07042

Practice phone number: (973) 509-0007

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Tissue expander/implant breast reconstruction after mastectomy and radiation was shown to have a 40 percent failure rate by a recent study published in our PRS journal February 2012 issue. The study was performed at Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine, Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery.
New answer by SheilaBondMD (Physician - Surgery - Plastic (Verified))
If the scar is red, lasers, may be able to reduce the redness. Also vitamin E may be helpful in improving the scar. There are many scar care creams on the market, available over the counter.
New answer by SheilaBondMD (Physician - Surgery - Plastic (Verified))
The amount of scarring depends on the technique the surgeon uses for the mastectomy. Generally, skin sparing mastectomies have less scars.
Scars are permanent but to improve their appearance we start a scar control program 3 weeks after surgery and continue it until the scars are flat, smooth and the right color.
Before the first meeting, I would do some reading about the various types of reconstruction in general terms. Our ASPS (http://www.plasticsurgery.org) web site is a great resource. Write down any questions that come to mind and bring these questions with you. Your doctor after examining you should help you to understand the procedure and your options.
New answer by SheilaBondMD (Physician - Surgery - Plastic (Verified))
The recovery time is generally 3 to 6 weeks depending on many factors such as the persons overall health, other medical problems and need for further therapies. The expansion process may take several months depending on the size desired.
There are many different materials that are given to patients regarding Breast Reconstruction. Some are form the plastic surgeon's office, some are from the implant company, others are from our society ASPS. Some patients receive all types. There is not a requirement to give out the booklets from the company but it may be helpful.
New answer by SheilaBondMD (Physician - Surgery - Plastic (Verified)) in topic(s) Breast Implants, Silicone Implants, Breast Reconstruction, Plastic Surgery
No, there is not one company that is better than the other.The silicone implants by the company Mentor or Allergan can be used equally. There is a new company named Sientra that has FDA approval to sell silicone implants but I have no experience with them yet.
New answer by SheilaBondMD (Physician - Surgery - Plastic (Verified)) in topic(s) Silicone Implants, Breast Reconstruction, Silicone
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