How Long After Breast-feeding Can I Get Breast Implants?

Thank you for your question! You will be fine to proceed with your breast augmentation.  Best of luck!Dr Dhaval PatelDouble Board Certified Plastic SurgeonChicagoHoffman EstatesOak Brook

I typically ask the patients to wait 3 months after breast feeding before they get implants.  The milk you are able to express may place you at a higher risk of infection and capsular contracture.

Thank you for your question. I would advise you to wait at least 3 -6 months after breast feeding to get breast augmentation. Be sure to schedule a consultation with a board certified plastic surgeon for a detailed examination.

Thank you for your question.  The general recommendation is that patients wait at least 3-6 months from the time that they last breast fed or pumped before undergoing a breast augmentation procedure.  We recommend waiting this period of time because it will allow you to reach your final postpartum breast size and will allow us to choose the best implant size for your frame.  Regarding the breast milk that you are still expressing, it is typically recommended that you wait until this ceases as the presence of breast milk could increase your risk for an infection of capsular formation around your implant.  I would recommend scheduling a consultation with a board-certified plastic surgeon.  Best of luck!

Thank you for submitting your question. I tell my patients to wait a miniumim of 6 months after they complete breast feeding before they undergo breast surgery. Consult with a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon. Best Wishes