Easier Breast Feeding After Implant Removal?

April 26, 2009
Asked By:vegan princess in san francisco, ca

I've had  saline breast implants for 10 years (under the muscle and through the nipple). I am having difficulty nursing my daughter. With the help of medication to increase milk production I make roughly half of her intake. If I remove my implants after I am through nursing, will I have more success nursing my next child? Or is all the damage already done? I know nerve damage and damage to milk ducts is key, but can the fullness from the implant also inhibit milk production?

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January 1, 2014

Answer: Implant Removal Does Not Increase milk production

Larry S. Nichter, MD, MS, FACSBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
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Answer: Could depend on the size of you breast implant.

Kevin Brenner, MD, FACSBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
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Answer: Could depend on the size of you breast implant.

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