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Does the acrylic on my nails have to be removed before breast augmentation?

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Roxy Onthepole
I am scheduled to have my breast augmentation at the end of this month. My preoperative appointment is next week. I've read alot about preparing for surgery. A few things I read mentioned removing fingernail Polish before surgery. I get my nails done biweekly and have acrylic put on them. Do I need to remove the acrylic also before surgery?

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