Mountain West Plastic Surgery
60 Four Mile Drive #11
Kalispell, MT 59901
Phone: (406) 609-0210
Monday–Friday: 8 a.m.–5 p.m.

Category Archives: Reconstructive

Breast Reconstruction Surgery & Nipple Tattooing After Breast Cancer in Kalispell, MT

Posted On April 13, 2021 by Dr. Michelle Spring

Woman in Kalispell, MT considering reconstructive surgery options after breast cancer

One in 8 women will be diagnosed with breast cancer during their lifetime—an event that will change their lives forever. For many, treatment will include a mastectomy, an experience that can be physically and emotionally draining. After recovering from breast cancer treatment, breast reconstruction surgery offers our Kalispell patients an opportunity to restore their natural body shape. While the procedure… Read More

Understanding Cleft Palate Surgery: What You Need To Know

Posted On February 19, 2021 by Dr. Michelle Spring

Concerned mother getting information from doctor about cleft palate surgery in Montana

Although the majority of my time in plastic and reconstructive surgery has been domestic, it is the experience outside of Kalispell that has had the most impact on my life. Over my decades of practice, I’ve been fortunate enough to have the humbling opportunity to help reconstructive patients from around the globe. One of the highlights of my career to… Read More

Cleft Lip And Palate Treatment at the Montana Children’s Medical Center

Posted On February 16, 2021 by Dr. Michelle Spring

Facial clefts occur in about 1 of every 600 births in the United States, making them one of the most common birth defects. Approximately 6800 newborns every year in the US are born with a facial cleft. Most doctors and researchers agree that the causes of clefts are multifactorial and may include a genetic predisposition as well as environmental issues… Read More