For Breast Augmentation, Should I Discontinue 1% Salicylic Acid Use?

March 9, 2012
Asked By:annawendell

I am scheduled to have breast augmentation surgery in three weeks. I currently use an acne medication that contains 1% salicylic acid. I apply it topically to my face only. Is it safe to continue using this product?

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March 18, 2012

Answer: It is doubtful that topical salicylic acid would cause any problem with breast augmentation.

J. Jason Wendel, MD, FACSBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
March 18, 2012

Answer: It is doubtful that topical salicylic acid would cause any problem with breast augmentation.

J. Jason Wendel, MD, FACSBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
March 16, 2012

Answer: Salicylic acid

Ronald J. Edelson, MDBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
March 16, 2012

Answer: Salicylic acid

Ronald J. Edelson, MDBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon

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March 13, 2012

Answer: Stop the salicylic acid before breast augmentation

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March 13, 2012

Answer: Stop the salicylic acid before breast augmentation

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March 13, 2012

Answer: Salicylic acne medicine -discontinue prior to breast augmentation?

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Answer: Salicylic acne medicine -discontinue prior to breast augmentation?

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