Does my weight or BMI prevent me from getting breast augmentation?

Thank you for your question.  With regard to this question, there are a few aspects to be evaluated.  Safety is certainly the most important consideration.  Safety with the surgery itself but also with anesthesia.  As the BMI rises, there is greater risk with anesthesia and narcotic use in the post operative period.  Additional concerns are around the cosmetic result and whether this can be improved with weight loss.  Best advice is to seek out a consultation with a board certified plastic surgeon who can help guide you in a safe and effective manner.  

Thank you for checking. A higher than desired BMI can increase risks of complications with any cosmetic surgery- healing, deep blood clots, etc. These additional risks should be carefully discussed. In addition, if you are losing weight you may wish to delay breast augmentation surgery until after your BMI is improved/stable to help maximize your cosmetic results! See a board certified plastic surgeon. Best wishes,Dr. David Yao

I appreciate your question.



For health and safety reasons, best to be at a BMI less than 30 or within 10 pounds of your goal weight and stable at that weight for 6 months prior to surgery for optimal results.



The best way to assess and give true advice would be an in-person exam.



Please see a board-certified plastic surgeon that specializes in aesthetic and restorative plastic surgery.



Best of luck!



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Everybody has their own criteria. IMO, you are too heavy for a breast augmentation. The implants would not 'show' through. The surgery is much more difficult and costs more due to the extra time required. The results are also less desirable because the implants aren't really able give the shape/volume that you want them to. You would be much better served to lose the weight first, get to a BMI of less than 30, and then have your surgery. You will be much happier with the results. Best. 

BMI will not prevent you from having breast augmentation. However, losing as much weight as possible until you are as close to your ideal body weight will allow you to have the best result possible.