**11. Approach to the opposite breast**

Many BC patients who undergo surgical treatment with or without reconstruction oftentimes require treatment to their contralateral breast. The main reason is for symmterization of both breasts and to improve the esthetic outlook. Depending on

what treatment is indicated, the contralateral breast may require breast augmentation with implant, breast reduction, or breast lift. When speaking with the BC patients, it is important to make sure they are aware that reconstruction is a process. We must clearly inform the patient not only about the reconstructive options but also symmetrizing procedures that may be needed either at the same time as BR or later on as a separate procedure.
