Can I get a dermal piercing in the chest now that I'm 8 months post-op breast augmention?

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Hello. In April 2022 I had a BA with the implant placed behind the muscle. I had my derma pericings in my left chest removed for surgery and now want to have them replaced. Is it now safe to do so seeing as I am 8 months post op.

Arif Chaudhry, MD · Answer

Dear Intelligent, 
As long as the dermal piercing is superficial enough and placed as sterily as possibly, you shouldn't have any issues as this point. Also touch base with your primary surgeon as well prior to getting a dermal piercing as well.

Camille Cash, MD · Answer

It should be fine for you to get your dermal piercings redone at this time.  It is always best though to check with your surgeon as she/he is most familiar with the details of your surgery and how you've been progressing through recovery.

Derek Fletcher, MD · Answer

Yes! Be sure to have your piercing performed by a professional using clean/sterile technique and monitor for signs of skin infection until the piercing has matured.

Ronald J. Edelson, MD · Answer

I don’t think any plastic surgeon would think it is a good idea to have piercings around breast implants. The risk may be low but the surgeon doesn’t want to deal with something that might cause a problem

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear Intelligent942813,
every plastic surgeon has his own postoperative protocol which he recommends to his patients. I would suggest you to discuss this with your plastic surgeon.
Daniel Barrett, MD
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Can I get a dermal piercing in the chest now that I'm 8 months post-op breast augmention?

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