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I'm Getting a Breast Mass Removed, is It Still Okay to Get Breast Implants?

I'm getting a breast mass removed Thursday and I've always wanted breast implants , would this make me not able to get implants because of getting a mass removed?

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15 Doctor Answers | Asked by LaurenPharrison

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Mass

A prudent way of proceeding would be to biopsy the mass prior to the augmentation so that you know what you are dealing with here. The presence of a benign breast mass is not a contraindication to surgery

Breast Implants after mass removal from the breast

As long as the mass that is removed is not a malignant cancer and there is no major breast deformity after the removal I do not see any problem with placing breast implants after you heal from your procedure.

Breast Implants after Breast Mass Removal

Unless the breast mass is of concern, it should not prevent you from having breast implants. You can discuss this with a Board Certified plastic surgeon.

Breast mass and Augmentation

You can still have a breast augmentation. If the mass is large, you may need a larger implant on this side to keep the breasts even. Good luck with your upcoming surgery! K. Roxanne Grawe, MD Columbus Plastic Surgeon

Can removal of a breast lump affect breast implants in the future

There should no reason that removal of a benign breast lump should effect the placement of breast implants in the future. I would recommend that you allow plenty of time to heal between the 2 procedures though, possibly 3-6 months at least. This is something you should discuss with the plastic surgeon who you chose to take care of you. Dr. Edwards

Breast mass biopsy and implants?

I think it is best to figure out what the mass in youyr breast is. If it is benign, it is probably OK to have breast augmentation after you are healed.

Steven Wallach, MD

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Breast Mass/Augmentation

What is important is to know what the pathology of the breast mass is...benign or malignant. An oncologic breast surgeon may need to pursue more aggressive treatments if it is malignant. But just having a mass removed is not a contraindication to breast augmentation surgery. Things to consider for augmentation is the amount of remaining breast tissue you have for coverage of the implant. Placement under the muscle can help hide the implant better and can make... more

Getting Breast Augmentation After Biopsy

Having a mass removed does not preclude you from having augmentation. Speak with the doctor managing your care on this and get their feedback. I've operated on many patients though that have had cysts, biopsies etc...you should be fine.

Breast Augmentation after Excision of Breast Mass?

Thank you for the question. There should be no contraindication to breast augmentation surgery after excision of a benign breast mass. You should however be aware that breast implants do interfere with mammography ( less so in the sub muscular position that in the sub glandular position). More precise advice would necessitate an in person consultation. Best wishes.

Breast implants after a breast biopsy

If the breast mass is benign, breast augmentation should be fine, however you should be sure that there is no other spot that is being followed and your mammogram is cleared and good to go.

Breast Implants after Biopsy.

It is possible to have breast implants after a biopsy of the breast.You should determine the pathology of the biopsy prior to considering an augmentation.

Augmentaion after Breast Biopsy

It is certainly possible to undergo a breast augmentation after a breast biopsy. I would recommend seeing a board certified Plastic Surgeon in your area to discuss your options.Good luck

Breast Mass Removed and Breast Implants

The removal of small benign breast masses poses little issue with future breast augmentation. Removal of larger benign masses may produce contour deformities, which may require more creativity but does not rule out breast implants. Kenneth Hughes, MD Los Angeles, CA

I'm Getting a Breast Mass Removed, is It Still Okay to Get Breast Implants?

Many patients getting implants have had biopsies in the past, and this should not pose a problem. Waiting for the outcome is of course essential. At any time after that you may begin the consultation process. For surgery you would want to wait until the biopsy is healed--probably at least a month, so that any swelling has resolved, and the right size implants can be chosen. When you are ready for an in person consultation, RealSelf has listings of surgeons in your area. You should... more

Can have a breast mass removed affect the ability to have implants.

Thank you for your question. I've had many patients undergo breast augmentation who have had a prior history of removal of breast masses. It is quite common. Because each patient's situation is somewhat different it is a good question to ask the surgeon who is removing the mass and when in doubt to discuss with a board certified plastic surgeon prior to your procedure. Best wishes.