Breast implant removal - would an explanting surgery cause more damage and decrease my ability to breastfeed?

Question

I have had 2 breast augmentations under the muscle & through the aerola. My natural breast size was a full A cup and I currently have 605cc implants. I am HIGHLY considering explanting before my next IVF cycle; my question is, would an explanting surgery cause more damage and decrease my ability to breastfeed?

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear AVR24,

it is hard to tell for sure without an examination. If you are considering surgery, I would suggest you consult a board-certified plastic surgeon. Only after a thorough examination, you will get more information and recommendations.

Daniel Barrett, MD
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Camille Cash, MD · Answer

Surgery on the breasts can disrupt tissues and potentially affect future breastfeeding.  If you are simply having the implants removed, there is less disruption than if you have a breast reduction for example.  You may want to consider removing the implants via the inframammary fold instead of the areola.  Visit with a board certified plastic surgeon near you to learn more.

Breast implant removal - would an explanting surgery cause more damage and decrease my ability to breastfeed?

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