How often should you get an MRI after having breast implants?

Hi & thanks for your question!
Many patients get an MRI every 10 years. Speak with your surgeon for his/her guidelines on this. The cost will vary in different areas of the country, so you would need to call around to different facilities for fees. Best wishes!

If you are not experiencing any issues with your implants there is no need to have routine MRI's. Many issues can be diagnosed through mammograms and ultrasounds. If ever you have a concern about your implants, visit with your surgeon. She/He will recommend any testing that is appropriate.

Dear megan54321,
as long as you don't have any issues with your implants, there is no need for MRI. Every plastic surgeon has his own postoperative protocol which he recommends to his patients. I would suggest you to discuss this with your plastic surgeon.
Daniel Barrett, MD
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

The FDA made a recommendation, but it is not a law. I recommend that patient with implants have a mammagram or an ultrasound every 3 years during the first 10 years, then every 2 years for the next 10 years, and then yearly. If then a radiologist wants to get a MRI, then have that done. Don't just start with a MRI since insurance will not cover it and you may pay up to $2500 per exam.