Can I get an MRI with Breast Implants?

Question

Possibly going to have an MRI done on my head. I had a breast augmentation in August 2016. Should I be concerned with having an MRI done with breast implants?

Ira H. Rex III, MD · Answer

you should not have any concerns with having an MRI with breast implants. This is a common occurrence and you should be able to proceed without any problems.

Lee B. Daniel, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question! The only time to be concerned about getting an MRI with breast implants is if you have tissue expanders, sometimes used for women during breast reconstruction. Tissue expanders may contain a metal microchip, which may be affected by the magnetic field. For the majority of women with breast implants, there is no reason to worry about getting an MRI. You should still let the technician know that you have breast implants beforehand.

Daniel Krochmal, MD, FACS · Answer

Actually, MRI is one of the ways we check on the status of the breast implants.  There is no cause for concern.  Best,Dr. Dan KrochmalMAE Plastic SurgeryNorthbrook, IL

Stefan Rene Adair, MD · Answer

There is no concern having an MRI with breast implants. MRI is routinely used to evaluate breast pathology as well. Best of luck.

Joel M. Stewart, Jr., MD · Answer

Recommendations by the FDA are after 3 years and then every 2 years after that. At this point, I would not recommend it unless you or your plastic surgeon is concerned. MRI is safe with breast implants.
Hope this helps.

Karol A. Gutowski, MD, FACS · Answer

Breast implants should not be a concern when getting an MRI Be sure to tell the MRI staff about your surgery & implants.

Talmage J. Raine, MD, FACS (retired) · Answer

No. There is no effect on the implants. Implants are often evaluated with an MRI.All the best,Talmage Raine MD

Can I get an MRI with Breast Implants?

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