Silicone Breast Implants Safe?

Need to know more about the safety and whether doctors now recommend getting silicone breast implants

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How Long Can Ruptured Saline Implants Stay in my Body?

My right saline implant ruptured or had a slight leak some time ago. I had my surgery 8 years ago, and my surgeon is in another state some 2000 miles...

18 doctor answers

Do Breast Implants Cause Stretch Marks?

Do breast implants cause stretch marks because of the skin stretching?  Is there any way to tell ahead of time if you are likely to have stretch...

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Silicone Vs. Saline - Which Breast Implant is Safer?

Which type of breast implants are safer - silicone or saline?

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How Long Before Silicone Implants Risk Leakage?

How long can you leave silicone breast implants in before they risk leakage?  Mine are 13 years old and I'm worried that they may start to leak soon.

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Risk of High-profile Saline Breast Implants Pushing out over Time?

I am an A cup (12.5 width) and I wanted to go with about a 425cc saline implant. I know that in order to do this I would most likely have to get...

7 doctor answers

Do Breast Implants Cause Cancer?

Will breast implants cause breast cancer? I am planning to go for breast implants. After breast feeding, my breast is flat. However, I am concerned...

19 doctor answers

Breast Feeding with Breast Implants - Possible? What Are the Risks?

After years of trying, my husband and I just found out that we are about to have our first child.  I am ecstatic, but I am very worried that the...

16 doctor answers

Ruptured Breast Implant: Test to Locate Silicone?

I have had a ruptured Silicone Breast Implant for several years. I got the implants in 1979 and haven't had any problems with them until I changed...

12 doctor answers

Can Fungus or Bacteria Grow Inside a Breast Implant?

I heard a web report of bacterial or fungal growth in a saline implant. Can this happen with mentor silicone breast implants?

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Will 450 Cc of Breast Implant Cause Rippling?

I heard getting 450 cc or over will cause rippling, is this true? I'm an A cup and want a C or small D cup.

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Risks of Allergic Reaction to Breast Implants?

I have very sensitive skin and have to be careful what products I use on my skin. For example Hair colours burn my scalp and skin so cannot dye my...

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Will Breast Implant Surgery Have a Negative Effect on Pregnancy?

I want to have breast implants done to correct my uneven breasts. My husband and i were also planning on having another baby in about 6 months. Can i...

19 doctor answers

Laser Hair Removal Damage my Breast Implants?

I grew some hair around the areola after I gave birth. I would like to know if it is safe to have a laser hair remove on this area. I have not heard...

13 doctor answers

Is Breast Implant Reduction Too Risky?

I had 500 grams silicone high profile implants place about 3 months ago. They feel a little too big and firm. I would like to downgrade them to maybe...

24 doctor answers

Dangers and Risks of Large Breast Implants?

I am 5'6" and 145lbs. Is 650cc HP saline too big? I am currently a 34B and I'd like to have a 34DD breasts. I really don't want to go bigger than...

11 doctor answers

Will the New Silicone Implants Make Me Sick? The Old Ones Did...

I had silicone breast implants put in 1985. I was diagnosed with Epstein Barr and Fibromyalgia about a year later. It was not until 1995-I decided...

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Breast Implants Safe While on Coumadin?

Is having breast Implants while on Coumadin a bad idea, or is it possible? I am on Coumadin and have to take it for the rest of my life. I am a...

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Will Breasts Droop After Removing Implants?

I had a breast lift and Saline breast implants 3 years ago, going from 34B to 34DD. I'm unhappy with the size, and wish to take out the implants. I am...

14 doctor answers

What Are the Risks of Breast Implants?

Thinking about a breast augmentation...would like some info. about possible risks associated with breast implants and breast implant surgery. ...

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How Will my Body/Breasts Handle 500 CC Implants?

I am 26 years old. I am 5'8, 135 lbs, and have breastfed 1 child. My breasts are a 34 B. Having spent a lot of time doing the rice test, I would...

13 doctor answers

60 Years Old - Too Old for Breast Implants?

I am 60 years old, look 50-ish, and want to know if it's too late to have implants. And, if a lift is recommended, what are those risks? Is There...

15 doctor answers

Breast Implants and Lymphoma

The FDA reported that breast implants may increase the risk of developing a form of lymphoma. Can a doctor explain whether this is with all types of...

15 doctor answers

Breast Implants Safe if Lumps Are Present?

I have breast lumps for about 3 years now, several doctors advised me to get surgery and have them removed. However I did not listen to them and over...

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Breast Implants - Greater Risk of Cancer?

Do breast implants have any bearing on breast cancer risk?

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Risky to Wait Before Removing Ruptured Silicone Breast Implants?

I've had Silicone breast implants for two years, unfortunately as shown in the MRI, one is ruptured and the other one is leaking. I already saw a...

4 doctor answers

What Will Lessen The Chances of Rippling?

I am 5'4", 140 lbs and currently a deflated, mildly sagging 34C. My base width is 14.5cm. I'm scheduled to get 469cc textured silicone...

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Is 600CC - 650CC Too Big for Me and What Are the Risks?

My surgery date us is on may 9. I am 5'6 145 pounds.I am 22 years old. I just had a baby on november 10,2010. No breast feeding. I was wondering...

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I Want Long Term, Low-risk Implants to Compliment my Athletic Lifestyle

I am athletic (In the Marine Corps), weight 135 lbs normally (fluxuates 10 lbs or so), am 5'5, dark hair and eyes, work out most days a week. I...

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Why is There a Greater Risk of Leakage with Breast Implants Placed Under the Muscle?

Some surgeons recommended implants placed under the pectoral muscles, but I'm worried about leakage.

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Will Breast Implants Freeze in Cold Weather?

If you live in a place that has very cold winters, is there any danger of your implants freezing because of the cold temperatures?

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Can High/ultra High Profile Implants Be Damaging to a Woman with Little Breast Tissue?

I read an article that suggested that high and ultra high profile implants over 350cc could potentially lead to increased soft tissue damage and chest...

11 doctor answers

I'm Scared of Losing Sensation on my Nipple, What Implants Are Too Large? (photo)

I'm 19 years old, I'm 5'5 and I weigh 155. I'm a size AAcup. and I'm going to get my breasts done in less than two months. I'm...

7 doctor answers

Best Breast Implant with Minimal Risk of Contracture?

I am torn between recommendations for primary Breast augmentation: (1) Silicone implants (below muscle through peri-aerolar incision), or (2) Inamed...

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Breast Implant Safety - How Subjective Are Doctors?

In a recent publication at the FDA, we find that after all the subjective airing of opinion by many doctors, in fact there is some risk associated...

8 doctor answers

Breast Implants for Patient with High Risk for Immune System Disorders?

Breast implant options for someone at high risk for immune system disorders? Should a person who may be at risk for immune system disorders even get...

4 doctor answers

Higher Breast Implant Risk for Younger Patients?

I am 18 years old and am wanting breast implants. I am 5'7'' and 125 lbs. I have read that saline implants are approved for 18 and over, unlike...

4 doctor answers

Breast Implant Risks with Family History of Breast Cancer

Hi there, I have been considering breast implants for a while now but I was recently told that there are added risks if my family has a history of...

7 doctor answers

Do Smaller Breast Implants Necessarily Mean Less Risks?

Do smaller breast implants necessarily mean less risks? Like less chance of rippling, leaking, longer lasting, less sagging, etc? I want natural...

11 doctor answers

Platinum in Breast Implants

I saw a discussion about platinum being a component of a breast implant device. Do you believe the presence of this metal can harm women?

5 doctor answers

Is a Surgeon Who is Not Board Certified a Good Idea?

A friend won a boob job in a radio station promotion. The surgeon that will be performing the procedure is not certified by the ABPS (I checked) but...

11 doctor answers

Will 440CC Breast Implants Get Me to a DD Cup?

I am a B cup and am having my surgery in exactly one week, however am concerned I have not chosen big enough implants. My surgeon has told me that 440...

2 doctor answers

Can I Get Breast Implants if I Have Had a DVT?

When I was 8 months pregnant, I developed a large clot in my upper left thigh. I was on Lovenox for 6 months and should only need blood thinners again...

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Are There Risks in Having Breast Implants with a Fibroadenoma?

I found out that i have a fibroadenoma and have had two ultra sounds on my breast. the doctor didn't seem too worried until i mentioned that i...

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How Can a Patient Minimize the Risk of Rotation After Surgery with Anatomical Implants?

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Breast Implants: Are Asian Women at Higher Risk for Capsular Contracture?

I heard this one before- true or false in your experiences?

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Expanders After Mastectomy

I asked a question earlier this week about Radiation and Implants but what I failed to mention is after my Mastectomy expanders were immediately put...

10 doctor answers

Non-silicone Breast Implants Risk of Cancer?

Can non-silicone breast implants increase the risk of breast cancer? Is it because detection is more difficult with implants or is it the implant...

5 doctor answers

What Can I Do After Before Having Breast Implant Surgery to Cut the Risks and Complications?

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Is It Safe To Put Implants In After Radiation?

I was diagnosed with breast cancer in May 2010 at the age of 33. I since have undergone a bi-lateral mastectomy...chemo and radiation. I am scheduled...

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Considering Deflating my One Intact Breast Implant to Match the Other: What Should I Do?

I'm real desperate,I have been walking around for 3 years with my left implant deflated.I was going to get them out 2 years ago but because of my...

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Risk Of Leakage In Newer Cohesive Gel Silicone Breast Implants?

I've read a lot of reviews on silicone breast implants, revisions and videos on youtube related to these, and what I really want to know is, when...

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Drawbacks to Saline Implants

I know most people opt for silicone implants these days and I know that they are deemed safe now, but I am still leaning towards saline implants...

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One of my Saline Breast Implants Has Ruptured. Can I Continue to Breastfeed?

One of my Saline Breast Implants Has Ruptured.  Can I Continue to Breastfeed?

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What Are the Risk for Older Women for Implants?

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I Have Had a Ruptured Saline Inplant for a Year. Is This Safe?

Is it safe to leave a ruptured implant in your body? Saline

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Are Implants Ok to Get for Someone Who is 24 Years of Age?

I am 24 years old. I am now a 34B i have wonderful curves and backside, however I am not happy with my breast size. Is there anything that i can do to...

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Risk Difference Between a 425 Cc Cohesive Gel and a 500 Cc Cohesive Gel,is There Much Difference Between the Two? (photo)

5"5" ,135 lbs. chest measurement done by doctor of 11.5 cm.Cup size A 34 and doctor rated me a mid A cup.I measured my chest just under...

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I Have Come Across What Feels Like Air Bubbles in my Implants. Is This Something to Worry About?

I had my implants just over 4 years ago

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Medical Opinions On Potential Of Illness from Saline Implants?

You probably of heared this before and might think I'm crazy,but I need to know the truth!I've been doing a lot of research about breast...

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What is the Risk of Reencapsulation in 12 Year Old Implants After a Capsulectomy is Done on One Breast?

I have 14-year old sub-pectoral saline implants. I am taking singulair right now to see if it will resolve the situation. If not, I will need a...

6 doctor answers

Is Getting Breast Implants First and Lift Later a Bad Idea?

I'm 134lb with 34B's and I'm looking into having a breast agmentation. I've had 3 children so my breast do sag, but I'm not sure...

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If Your Breasts Are Heterogenously Dense, is It Safe to Get Breast Implants?

If Your Breasts Are Heterogenously Dense, is It Safe to Get Breast Implants?

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Can I Participate in Fencing if I Have Breast Implants?

My daughter is on the fencing team at her school. I am a former fencer and would love to spar with her so she can have extra practice. We would fence...

4 doctor answers

What Are the Health Implications of Breast Implants

If the casing of the implant is essentially plastic, is their dioxin in the material that holds the saline implant? Is this plastic causing unforeseen...

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Got Silicone Implants 12 Years Ago, What Happens if They Rupture?

Had these and have had no problems so far, but as they are getting older ,what signs are there to warn me they may be leaking or any other problems...

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Safe for Diabetic Transgendered Person to Get Breast Implants?

Is it safe for a diabetic transgendered person to get breast implants and if not what is the safest way to go?

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Why Don't All Plastic Surgeons Tell About All the Risks with Breast Implants?

When you go for a consultation you don't tell us about bottoming out, malpositioned breast implants, wrong size, double bubble. Maybe all surgeons...

5 doctor answers

Are Infrared Lights Harmful to Breast Implants I.e. Silicone?

Breast implants, i.e. silicone.

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What Is My Risk For Bottoming out With Submuscular Natrelle Implants?

I have 397cc (right) and 421cc (left) Natrelle Allergen silicone subglandular implants. I understand that I maybe more at risk of bottoming out versus...

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How Common is it For People to Get Their Breasts Removed For Toxicity in Silicone?

People are going in to have implants removed due to toxicity. How common is this? Thanks.

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Are China-made Silicone Breast Implants Good Quality?

Are China-made Silicone Breast Implants Good Quality?

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Can I Breast Feed with a Ruptured Saline Implant?

I have had a ruptured saline breast implant for 14 months now. I could not get it removed because I was breast feeding at the time. I waited 3 months...

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Can a Short Sharp Fall Damage my Under Muscle Surgery-1wk In?

I had under muscle silicone breast augmentation one week ago and today fell and bumped a little down the stairs. I would say that light to just under...

6 doctor answers

Are Implants Nowadays Safer?

Dear doctors, I have been planning to have breast implants for two years. What I need to know is how common are these silicon poisoning diseases? Is...

5 doctor answers

How Quickly Does Bottoming out Usually Occur? Is the Breast Secure Once the Capsule Has Formed?

Bottoming out, capsule, breast augmentation, breast lift

6 doctor answers

What Are The Health Risks Linked to Breast Implants.

I was inquiring about implants and really wanted to get them. However like most sensible people you will do your homework before jumping in head first...

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TERRIFIED of Waking Up During Surgery, As Well As Needles and Pain. Is This Common During Breast Implant Surgery?

Also How Bad is the pain and how long does it last?

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Are Hives / a Severe Allergic Reaction a Sign of a Ruptured Implant?

I've had implants for two years 34b small side to 34dd (425cc sub muscle). I find when I get warm from excersize or heat my implants start itching...

3 doctor answers

Could Breast Cysts Cause Additional Problems with Breast Implants?

I am currently considering breast breast augmentation. Ideally, I would like to go from an A-cup to a B-cup. However, I have a few small breast cysts,...

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Platinum Leaking from Breast Implants, Should I be Concerned About Toxicity?

Platinum leaking from implants into the breast's surrounding tissue and lumph nodes. Can anyone give me more information on platinum toxicity from...

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I Got Hit in the Breast with a Football. The Area is Tender & Numb. Could my Silicone Implant Have Ruptured?

Football thrown at breast....can it make my 3yr old silicone implant rupture?

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Do Breast Implants Cause a Rare Form of Lymphoma?

I am considering breast augmentation. I am rest-assured from what I have read that they do not cause breast cancer, but now I am reading 2011 research...

2 doctor answers

I Had a Reduction 12 Years Ago, Am I a Good Candidate For Mentor Gel Implants?

I had a breast reduction 12 years ago and now im thinking of getting mentor gel implants behind the muscle. I am currently 32B and was thinking of...

3 doctor answers

PIP Implants - Lymph Nodes Echogenic

I have PIP implants and following an ultrasound it has revealed i have two lymp nodes in the armpit which appear echogenic, suggesting the presence of...

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I Want Breast Implants, But I'm Worried About Risks. What Are The Chances?

I would like to have breast implants. I know there are risks involved like any other surgery. My main concern is the Anesthetic. Can a test be carried...

1 doctor answer

I Am Going to Have a Double Lung Transplant, but I Want to Know if After I Am Recovered if It is Safe to Get Breast Implants?

I Am Going to Have a Double Lung Transplant, but I Want to Know if After I Am Recovered if It is Safe to Get Breast Implants??

2 doctor answers

Strong Tissue More Likely To Lead to CC?

I recently had 339C Natrelle Style 15 unders. I am exactly two weeks post-op. Healing seems to be going well, except for the fact that I may have...

3 doctor answers

Would You Feel Safe Giving Your Mother, Sister, Daughter, or Grandmother Silicone Implants?

Hi! I am considering breast augmentation. I REALLY really want to do this after two years of breastfeeding! I am a thin woman, with thin tissue and my...

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