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Is It Ok to Go to Army Basic Training with Breast Implants?

asked 3 years ago by COGal in CO
Latest answer by Scott E. Kasden, MD
Question viewed 596 times

and if so how long after surgery should you wait?

4 answers to Is It Ok to Go to Army Basic Training with Breast Implants?

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Yes

You should be fine. You must leave enough time to heal however. I prefer under the muscle placement, and I keep my patients restricted for two weeks after surgery to minimize the chance of bleeding. Beyond that, the muscle is stiff and tender for weeks. I would guess that you would want to leave at least 6 weeks so that you can compete.
Scott E. Kasden, MD

Dallas Plastic Surgeon
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Yes, breast implants are tougher than you think

Yes, it is safe for you to go through basic training after having had breast implants placed. However, most surgeons will ask you to wait until at least a month after surgery to prevent complications, including bleeding. If you had your implants placed underneath the pectoralis muscle, you may notice some movement when you lift weights or do push-ups. It is more difficult to rupture implants than you think, so you should be comfortable with performing your activities. Good luck with... more
Nina S. Naidu, MD

New York Plastic Surgeon
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Absolutely

Hello We have had many patients who hadv very active jobs- firefighters, police officers, martial arts instructors and more. All these women have been able to return to their very physical jobs without problems from their implants. I don't see how basic training or a career in the army would be any different than the examples above. Review your plans with your surgeon, and as long as you are far enough out from surgery, you should be fine.
Francisco Canales, MD

Santa Rosa Plastic Surgeon
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Yes

It would be hard to leave the implants at home and go to basic training. I am sure lots of soldiers have had implants. Ask your doctor how long you should refrain from heavy exercise - add a week or two and then go.
William B. Rosenblatt, MD

New York Plastic Surgeon

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