How long do I have to wait to get pregnant after breast implants?

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Planning to try for baby #2 in 5-6 months, if I get implants now, will they be healed by the time I start trying for baby #2?

Dallas Buchanan, MD · Answer

Thank you for your questions. I would advise giving yourself 3-6 months of healing time before getting pregnant. The more important question is would you be better off to just wait until after you are done having children to consider breast surgery. A pregnancy can significantly alter your results to the point where a revision may be required later and you might be better off to just wait. Best of luck!

Stephen M. Krant, MD, FACS · Answer

Good Morning,
This is a tough question to answer. If you have an augmentation now, you will be healed in 5-6 months, plus the months of the pregnancy. I'm sure you are aware that there will be breast changes during the pregnancy and also post-op if you are to breast feed. Depending on how much the breasts change with pregnancy/breast feeding, you may need a revision at a later date. 
With this in mind, go for it if you understand the risks and possible secondary surgery.

Donovan Rosas, MD · Answer

When considering the timing of cosmetic surgery, it is important to note that the longevity of the result is dependent upon your post op stability. Significant changes in weight can alter results. These changes are difficult to predict but they may require revisionary surgery.
Thus, when considering pre-pregnancy surgery one must be comfortable with the prospect of a compromised outcome. In the case of breast augmentation, the significant weight changes associated with pregnancy and subsequent breast feeding can lead to skin stretch and loss of elasticity. This leads to the classically deflated appearance of the breasts post partum.
Post pregnancy is an entirely different situation. It is always best to exhibit restraint in the post-partum period. This is due to the fact that your body is changing dramatically during this period. The hormonal fluctuation can alter size and shape widely during the immediate post-partum period and can continue through the period of nursing. 
The optimal candidate for surgery has reached a healthy stable weight. In the setting of a recent pregnancy and delivery this stable weight can take some time to reach. A general rule of thumb is at least 6-9 months post-partum. If you choose to breast-feed through the first year of life you should allow at least three months following the discontinuation of breast-feeding before considering any procedures.With regards to your specific question, I would recommend delaying surgery until your family is complete as this will give your result the greatest longevity.
As always, discuss your concerns with a board certified plastic surgeon (ABPS).

Asaf Yalif, MD, FACS · Answer

As noted below your breast size and shape changes dramatically with pregnancy and breast feeding. As long as you are comfortable with knowing that the result you get now will change a lot during/after pregnancy then you can consider it. Otherwise I would recommend waiting until after baby #2 and after you have finished breast feeding.

Milan Doshi, MS, MCh · Answer

Hi Jennifer, 
  
Thank you for your question. 
  
Pregnancy is associated with lot of changes in the breast shape and size so your initial result will not remain the same after the pregnancy. So it is better to avoid breast implant surgery once you finish the breast feeding phased. Hope this information will help you take an informed decision. 
  
Good luck 
  
Dr Milan Doshi
  
Mumbai

Ken Dolynchuk, MD · Answer

Great question. Thanks. There is little to be gained by having a BA now as opposed to after pregnancy and possible breastfeeding your 2nd child. The results will be better and the swelling more comfortable without implants being present. Just so you know, many patients will require revision as a result of pregnancy. Best wishes with your family.

Adam L. Basner, MD · Answer

While you should be healed up fine after 6 months post breast augmentation, I would recommend waiting until after having your baby to get breast implants. This is because pregnancy and breastfeeding can alter the size and shape of your breasts, which may then require revision surgery. You can certainly opt to have your breast augmentation before getting pregnant, but most plastic surgeons will recommend that you wait until afterwards for best results. If you do decide to have your breast augmentation now, you will need to accept that there is a high chance of needing revision surgery after your pregnancy.

Ronald V. DeMars, MD (Retired) · Answer

There should be no problem in having a pregnancy 5-6 months after a breast augmentation as long as you realize the very high likelihood your breasts will not look the same after the pregnancy. It is usually better to wait until after a pregnancy and breast feeding before doing the augmentation if you know you will be pregnant soon and want better long lasting results from the surgery.

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