Having a lumpectomy and I have silicone implants. Any suggestions?

This is a great question. When you have a breast augmentation and now have a suspicious mass it is always stressful. Not only because you have implants and a mass but having a mass in general. It is imperative to identify what is the pathological diagnosis of the mass is and based on that your treatment plan. You are absolutely correct in thinking about what will happen to the implant and not unusual for implant to get damaged which may require additional procedures. If the lumpectomy is malignant and requires mastectomy than insurance will cover your reconstruction. If it is benign and implant ruptures you will be responsible for a new implant. If it is malignant and can be treated with lumpectomy and radiation you will be responsible for a new implant costs. The removal of ruptured implant will depend on your general surgeon and most of the time they would recommend for a plastic surgeon to address that. Sometimes they may recommend for you to see a plastic surgeon to perform the lumpectomy. Hope this helps. Good luck.

I would consider seeing a surgeon who already works with a PS in case there is a need to intervene. That will give you an opportunity to meet with the PS in advance and learn about the risks of having a lumpectomy with the implant in place.

I would suggest your general surgeon consult with a plastic surgeon with experience in breast reconstruction.  Anything involving the implant at this juncture should be covered by insurance.  All the Best.