What causes stretch marks from breast augumentation and how can it be avoided?

Although I am very happy with the size and shape of my implants, having gone from a small B to a normal C., I am too embarrased to to ever let them been seen. Is there anything that can be done to lessen the appearance of these blue veins?

3 answers to “What causes stretch marks from...”

A: Breast Implants and Veins

Farbod Esmailian, MD

The issue is that by stretching the skin, especially if you have fair skin, you can make the veins that are there normally more prominent. Unfortunately, there is not much to do about it, and in certain cases, I have seen them fade away slightly. Hope that helps.

A: Implants and veins

Steven Wallach, MD

Yes, veins and stretch marks can be more prominent after breast augmenatation. The skin is stretched and so stretch marks can develop, but while stretching the vessels can also be more prominent.

A: Occasionally patients have very porcelain type skin and...

Richard P. Rand, MD

Occasionally patients have very porcelain type skin and have very visible blue veins in the breasts. These are normal and I am not aware of anything that can be done for them unfortunately. Perhaps knowing that these are not uncommon and are normal, you can feel more comfortable with personal situations. ... more

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