As one of the pre-conditions to my surgery, I received a mammogram that came back clear, but showed I have dense breast tissue. I'm wondering if (1) this improves or worsens the implant "coverage," and (2) if it's a factor of age (I'm 21 and mammograms are generally for the 40+ age group). Thanks!
Answer: You Didn't Need a Mammogram! When a radiologist reports 'dense breast tissue', it protects him legally from missing a potential malignancy. What it means is that the entire exam was worthless because nothing could be seen past the opaque glandular tissue. This is why baseline mammograms start at 45; it simply isn't an effective or accurate test for young women. That was a waste of money (even if it wasn't your money), and unnecessary radiation exposure. As for how that correlates with breast augmentation results, it is very good news; the more muscle or breast tissue you have, the better your result.
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Answer: You Didn't Need a Mammogram! When a radiologist reports 'dense breast tissue', it protects him legally from missing a potential malignancy. What it means is that the entire exam was worthless because nothing could be seen past the opaque glandular tissue. This is why baseline mammograms start at 45; it simply isn't an effective or accurate test for young women. That was a waste of money (even if it wasn't your money), and unnecessary radiation exposure. As for how that correlates with breast augmentation results, it is very good news; the more muscle or breast tissue you have, the better your result.
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Answer: Dense breast tissue Hello,Dense breast tissue does not affect your overall result from a breast augmentation. This is mostly due to your age, most younger patients have dense breast tissue. This tends to change over time with breast feeding and hormonal changes as you become older. Dense breast tissue is really only used in mammogram "language" as it can make breast cancer more difficult to determine on imaging. This is not uncommon due to your age and should not be an area of concern. Best of luck on your surgery!Dr. Christine Rodgers
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Answer: Dense breast tissue Hello,Dense breast tissue does not affect your overall result from a breast augmentation. This is mostly due to your age, most younger patients have dense breast tissue. This tends to change over time with breast feeding and hormonal changes as you become older. Dense breast tissue is really only used in mammogram "language" as it can make breast cancer more difficult to determine on imaging. This is not uncommon due to your age and should not be an area of concern. Best of luck on your surgery!Dr. Christine Rodgers
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April 17, 2020
Answer: What does dense breast tissue mean for a breast augmentation patient? Dense breast tissue is composed of less fat and more connective tissue, which appears white on mammography images. If cancer is present, it also appears white on the mammogram. Women with dense breast tissue are considered to be at greater risk of having undiagnosed breast cancer due to this masking effect. However, 3-D mammograms take images from many different angles, so it can better detect suspicious lumps that radiologists will notice. Breast implants inserted below the chest muscle are less likely to obscure a mammographic view than those placed above.
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April 17, 2020
Answer: What does dense breast tissue mean for a breast augmentation patient? Dense breast tissue is composed of less fat and more connective tissue, which appears white on mammography images. If cancer is present, it also appears white on the mammogram. Women with dense breast tissue are considered to be at greater risk of having undiagnosed breast cancer due to this masking effect. However, 3-D mammograms take images from many different angles, so it can better detect suspicious lumps that radiologists will notice. Breast implants inserted below the chest muscle are less likely to obscure a mammographic view than those placed above.
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April 7, 2020
Answer: Dense breast tissue and Augmentation Thanks for your question. Dense breast tissue doesn't mean much if you are planning an augmentation. Depending on the configuatarion of your breasts and your anticipated dimensions of your implant, it can cause some contour irregularities in your final result (a breast sitting on a breast). The details of your examination matter and can only be determined by an in-person evaluation. For most patients, dense breasts don't matter much in terms of implant coverage. Regarding your age and having a mammogram; I'm conflicted. In my practice, I only advise mammograms for patients who fall into the recommended age groups unless there are unique risk factors in your personal health history.
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April 7, 2020
Answer: Dense breast tissue and Augmentation Thanks for your question. Dense breast tissue doesn't mean much if you are planning an augmentation. Depending on the configuatarion of your breasts and your anticipated dimensions of your implant, it can cause some contour irregularities in your final result (a breast sitting on a breast). The details of your examination matter and can only be determined by an in-person evaluation. For most patients, dense breasts don't matter much in terms of implant coverage. Regarding your age and having a mammogram; I'm conflicted. In my practice, I only advise mammograms for patients who fall into the recommended age groups unless there are unique risk factors in your personal health history.
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April 6, 2020
Answer: What does dense breast tissue mean for a breast augmentation patient? Hello and thank you for your question. Dense breast tissue will have no impact on the outcome of your surgery. I would seek consultation with a board-certified plastic surgeon
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April 6, 2020
Answer: What does dense breast tissue mean for a breast augmentation patient? Hello and thank you for your question. Dense breast tissue will have no impact on the outcome of your surgery. I would seek consultation with a board-certified plastic surgeon
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