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 marks from getting breast implants?

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31 answers to “Do breast implants cause stretch marks?”

A: Breast implants can cause stretch marks in some women

By Daniel C. Mills, MD - Orange County Plastic Surgeon

Stretch marks can be caused by implants. I published an article about this. We looked at the numbers of women who got stretch marks and what some of the causes were. Out of about 2000 patients, I have seen 27 women get stretch marks. Only a handful were severe, and most were mild to... more

A: Breast Implants and Stretch Marks

By Michael Law, MD - Raleigh-Durham Plastic Surgeon

When a young woman has very little natural breast tissue, and very tight skin the risk is increased for stretch marks following breast augmentation surgery. In my North Carolina plastic surgery practice I use breast implants of a conservative size to provide a natural looking result from... more

A: Breast Implants and Stretch Marks

By Steven H. Williams, MD - Bay Area Plastic Surgeon

It is extremely unusual to get stretch marks from breast augmentation. I remains possible, however. Things that would raise your risk factors would include: an exceptionally large augmentation. A history of stretch marks Stretch marks (striae) are actually tears within the dermis (a deeper layer of your... more

A: Stretch marks after breast augmentation

By Lavinia Chong, MD - Orange County Plastic Surgeon

I've actually seen fine, pink stretch marks develop after breast augmentation. The patient was a very light complected woman who had never had pregnancy or weight fluctuations. We agreed upon a saline, moderate profile 375cc implant and the surgery went uneventfully. She first noticed the pink... more

A: Breast Implants and Sagging

By Raffy Karamanoukian, MD - Los Angeles Plastic Surgeon

Stretch marks are caused by a loss of balance between skin resiliency and skin stretch. Breast implants may make stretch marks appear more visible in some cases if the skin is stretched far beyond is resilient capacity. If you are concerned about stretch marks, you may consider moisturizing your skin... more

A: Sometimes breast implants can cause stretch marks!

By Brian S. Glatt, MD - Morristown Plastic Surgeon

Breast implants can definitely cause stretch marks on the breast in some people after cosmetic augmentation. It is very hard to tell who will develop them and who will not, but with that being said, an overwhelming majority of women do NOT develop stretch marks from a routine breast augmentation. Stretch... more

A: Implants, especially large implants can cause stretch marks

By Brent Moelleken, MD - Beverly Hills Plastic Surgeon

The formation of stretch marks is not totally predictable. Large weight gains, especially over a short period of time, can cause extensive stretch marks (think pregnancy). Large breast implants are more prone to causing stretch marks than smaller implants. There is no guarantee what size of implants will cause... more

A: Despite the sudden change in breast volume, stretch marks are uncommon following breast augmentation

By Stephen A. Goldstein, MD - Denver Plastic Surgeon

Stretch marks (known medically as striae) are visible scars within the skin heighted by an alteration in the skin's pigment creating a color change. Stretch marks are caused by a tearing of the dermis and are the result of rapid stretching of the skin seen with rapid growth. This occurs most commonly during... more

A: Breast Implants don't usually cause stretch marks

By Otto Joseph Placik, MD - Chicago Plastic Surgeon

This answer seems obvious but it is in fact very rare to have breast augmentation cause breast stretch marks. In those individuals who do not have stretch marks, I am not aware of implants causing stretch marks in well over a thousand patients. However, In those individuals with pre-existing stretch marks, I... more

A: Breast implants can rarely cause stretch marks

By Sam Jejurikar, MD - Dallas Plastic Surgeon

The vast majority of patients do not get stretch marks after breast augmentation. That being said, in rare circumstances, I have seen stretch marks develop after breast augmentation. The risk factors are patients with pre-existing stretch marks elsewhere in their body and very large implants... more

Comments

Gary Ross
6 posts
4 Jan 2009

In breast augmentation the three main factors in determining stretch mark production are determined by you, the implant and time. You - You're more likely to develop stretch marks if you have poor quality/elastic skin or you have stretch marks elsewhere or you have previously had larger breasts (pregnancy/weight gain/rapid growth phase previously). Implant - The larger the implant, the more likely you will get stretch marks. Stretch marks may take time to develop and if you ever need to remove the implants the skin is usually thinner and of poorer quality than previously. Aging - Skin quality deteriorates over time. Is a final note of reassurance: If you dont have stretch marks on your breasts preoperatively it is extremely unusual for you to have stretch marks postoperatively!

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