3D Digital Mammography
Get your mammogram – it's a few minutes, for a lifetime
As part of our commitment to you, we offer 3D mammograms for breast cancer screening. This advanced technology:
- Allows our board certified radiologists to see the most detail, especially in dense breast tissue
- Helps detect cancer at its earliest and most treatable stage
Results are available in MyChart, usually the same day. If you don't have MyChart, learn more and sign up online today.
Feeling Nervous about Getting a Mammogram?
Watch this video to see what's involved, get answers to common questions and tips on how to prepare for a mammogram.
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More Comfort. Less Time.
Your comfort is of top importance to us. Bryan offers comfort curve paddles to make getting a mammogram more comfortable. The entire exam takes about 15-20 minutes.
Julia describes her past mammograms as “necessary but painful,” up until the comfort curve paddle advances. Now she says, "It's fast, only 3.7 seconds, and I didn't feel any pain."
Watch the video below to see how new technology is changing the way women feel about getting a mammogram.
How 3D Mammography Works
Digital Breast Tomosynthesis (3D mammography) is FDA-approved. It uses computers to produce a high resolution image, giving radiologists a three-dimensional image of the breast. Breasts are composed of pockets of dense tissue surrounded by fat, and 3D mammography makes it easier to see tiny microcalcifications and other subtle signs of early cancer.
Our certified, female technologist positions you to get images of the breast from various angles and compresses the breast to obtain the best image quality.
Who Should Have a Mammogram
Mammography screening guidelines vary based on a woman's age and risk factors for breast cancer. Talk to your health care provider about the screening plan that is best for you.
If you are experiencing symptoms such as a breast lump, nipple discharge or dimpling of the skin on one area of the breast, talk to your health care provider about a mammogram.
Mammography is the best screening tool for breast cancer available today. Research shows mammograms lead to early detection of breast cancers. Early detection is the key to treating cancer when it is most curable.
How to Prepare for Your Mammogram
Taking these steps can help make your mammogram more comfortable and effective:
- Schedule your mammogram at a time of month when your breasts are not tender
- Dress in a comfortable, two-piece outfit; you will be asked to undress from the waist up and to remove any jewelry that might get in the way
- Do not wear deodorant as this can interfere with the mammogram results; we provide deodorant packets for you after your exam
- Do not use talcum powder, ointment or cream on your breasts or underarms as this can interfere with the mammogram results
- Lower caffeine intake a few days before your mammogram, as it can sometimes cause breasts to be more sensitive
- Follow any other directions provided by your doctor or the Bryan Scheduling Center
- Save time by pre-registering in MyChart or please arrive 15 minutes before your exam time. Remember to bring a photo ID, your insurance card and any additional forms provided by your doctor
Breast Cancer Risk Assessment Included
Before your exam, we do a breast cancer risk assessment. This includes questions about your personal and family history of breast and ovarian cancer, as well as any hormone medication you take. We’ll ask about the age your menstrual periods began and also about menopause.
We use this information to calculate your estimated risk of developing breast cancer in your lifetime. Please discuss this percentage and any concerns with your primary doctor.
Why Bryan Health
Bryan has always been at the forefront of breast cancer screening. We have extensive experience performing thousands of breast procedures every year. You receive care from our board-certified radiologists and female technologists who have many years of expertise in breast care as well as advanced training in 3D mammography.
When you trust us to perform your breast exam, our team is here to make your experience excellent, providing high quality, state-of-the-art imaging for you with compassion and sensitivity.
