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I wear acrylic nails, when getting a breast augmentation do I need to have them removed prior to surgery?

May 16, 2017
Asked By:Michelle163 in Seattle, WA

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Answer: Acrylic nails and surgery

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May 18, 2017

Answer: Removing acrylic nails before surgery

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May 18, 2017

Answer: Keep your nails

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Answer: Keep your nails

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Answer: Acrylic Nails in Surgery

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