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Hypoallergenic Breast Implant Alternative?

asked 3 years ago by Jude E in Atlanta, GA
Latest answer by Sam Speron, MD
Question viewed 295 times
Tags: breasts, allergy

I think I am allergic to my breast implants. Is there an alternative? I have had bilateral mastectomies, one w/ TRAM reconstruction and other w/ Latitmus. I just got implants in both sides and am having a bad reaction (eczema). Is there an alternative to the standard implants? What are my options?

3 answers to Hypoallergenic Breast Implant Alternative?

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Check with your doctor

Hi, Thank you for your question. If you just had your surgery, you could be having a reaction to several other things such as anesthesia, sutures, garments, etc., not necessarily the implants. Also, it is very rare to have an allergic reaction to implants, but it could potentially happen. Silicone is used in many other products, so if you were allergic to it, you probably would have noticed it by now. Regardless, it would be best to have you doctor exam you to be safe. It would also be nice... more
Sam Speron, MD

Chicago Plastic Surgeon
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It would be very rare to be allergic to a silicone implant

In all of the years I have cared for women with breast implants I have yet to encounter a patient who is allergic to her implants. To my understanding there is no medical literature to support that either. You would probably benefit from seeing an allergist or a dermatologist who should also be able to reassure you that you are OK with your implants. The alternatives you mention are there but not commonly used in cosmetic cases. Lastly, discuss these changes with your plastic surgeon... more
Michael C. Edwards, MD

Las Vegas Plastic Surgeon

www.medwardsmd.com

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Breast Implant Alternatives

Structural fat grafting +/- BRAVA system is a technique you should keep on your radar. The ASPS (American Society of Plastic Surgeons) and ASAPS (American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons) are beginning to study this so that the indications, risks, benefits, complications, etc. can be better understood and the technique matched with patients who will most benefit. Structural fat grafting is harvesting fat by liposuction and grafting it into areas, which are deficient. BRAVA is an... more
Lavinia Chong, MD

Orange County Plastic Surgeon

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