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Intimate Apparel

2010-04-01 12:04:00

Revolutionary breast form keeps you cool!

Question: What are most women complaining about when it comes to wearing a breast form?

Answer: Ask virtually any woman who wears a breast form what her chief complaints are and she’ll tell you – heat and weight. Thanks to a revolutionary new breast form collection, both of these concerns have been dramatically improved. A world leading provider of mastectomy products, recently introduced a new line, which is a collection of light-weight breast forms designed to keep wearers cooler. These forms integrate an innovative channeling system of cooling cushions with a patented gel, a silicone that uses an advanced cooling technology. This line provides a constant cooling effect by continuously drawing excess heat away from a woman’s body. The unique curved design and raised cooling cushion contact points (the channeling system design) promote enhanced air circulation allowing for optimal cooling. The result: The heat generated from the chest wall is transferred and absorbed into the TruCool Gel and remains there until the breast form is removed. Wearers swear by the new innovation, including one woman who lives in a warm climate. A bi-lateral mastectomy patient, she tried one of these new forms on one side when she was unable to get her standard replacement. After working in the field all day, she went indoors all hot and sweaty and discovered the side she wore this new form was cooler than the rest of her body surface! Many customers echo this claim, stating that several customers have raved about the effectiveness of the form. At first, the cooling material is frosty in appearance then gradually becomes clear as it absorbs excess heat. Once this breast form is removed, the gel returns to its original frosty appearance, indicating it is releasing heat and rejuvenate. The light-weight form features a silky soft, matte skin. It comes in a triangular shape, that offers a shallow to average profile, and an oval shape that has been developed for an average to full profile. Styles are available in sizes 1-14. They fit any body type and are ideal for women who have had a mastectomy, partial mastectomy or lumpectomy, for those who are undergoing breast reconstruction and even women with disproportionate breasts. "It’s amazing, the natural-weight silicone prosthesis feels realistic. It is very close to the consistency, weight, shape and motion of a natural breast. It gives a more natural shape under clothes – and keeps you cool." When worn with an orthopedic-type bra, the forms give the best in comfort and shape available. It’s important to have the bra that holds the breast prosthesis in place, Williams said. "People have the prosthesis fitted, but not the bra. Many times when they are unhappy with a prosthesis, the bra is the real culprit." "The right bra will make clothes fit better and hang nicer on the body,". There are also a large selection of other forms, as well as partial breast forms for women who have had a lumpectomy or partial mastectomy. In addition to a variety of forms and custom-fit bras, also offered are the gentle touch camisole, a garment created for women who have experienced a mastectomy or bilateral. With a unique Velcro front opening that allows for easy dressing and undressing, the camisole is ideal for wearing from the hospital to home and during recovery. The camisole also features discreetly hidden inside pockets for holding temporary lightweight breast forms and post-surgical drainage bulbs. Many insurance providers allow for mastectomy supplies, and you are encouraged to call their provider and ask specific questions about coverage.