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ecovering from a mastectomy (removal of
breast) is an important and difficult
process for many patients, especially if
they're unaware of the wide range of products and breast
forms available to them to help restore a positive body
image.
Amoena is one of the major leading companies that
offer such products. At Charlotte Fashions and Lingerie
we help give women a clear understanding on what each
product can do for them and how it enables them to
return to their everyday lives.
One of the first products to be aware of is a post- All fitters know the importance of fitting women with the right size and
surgical camisole from Amoena. It is made from soft shape of breast forms and partials. It is important for women to make an
cotton with lycra, making it comfortable and extendable appointment and get fitted with breast forms that suit their personal needs
for easy step-in entry, when it may be difficult to raise and find the products that fulfill their lifestyle. There are many cups and
your arms. It has light support with two drainage pouches shapes that mastectomy breast forms come in.
that adhere with Velcro on the inside of the camisole and
which can be removed later. It also comes with a At Charlotte's, their two professional fitters will find the proper breast
lightweight fibre fill breast form. The camisole can then prosthesis by identifying with women individually by their cup and shape, and
be worn as a relaxing garment or for use as sleepwear. choose from symmetrical and asymmetrical, to shallow, average and full. The
forms are designed for a natural feel and appearance. With lightweight silicon
The next step is to get fitted for a breast prosthesis that has a soft flexible gel back allowing the form to fit closely and securely.
(breast form) and bra. This should be done
approximately six to eight weeks after surgery or when The Canadian government will help subsidize $195.00 towards the cost
your physician gives you the approval to proceed. Also, of the breast prosthesis and $95.00 towards the partials.
there are partial forms for women who have undergone a
lumpectomy. They are smaller in size and lighter in weight The application for the breast prosthesis grant is available at time of
and are used to balance and reshape the breast. purchase. After mailing there is a wait period of about six weeks.