Can you keep your acrylic nails during breast augmentation or can they test your oxygen levels somewhere else?

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Sacha Obaid, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question! For my patients, I recommend that they remove all fingernail polish prior to surgery, however, we do also have an ear probe to monitor oxygen levels during surgery. I recommend discussing this with your plastic surgeon, to make sure they have the equipment readily available for you during your procedure. Best of luck!

Ajay Mahajan, MD, FRCS (Plast) · Answer

Having acrylic nails would not be a problem using a pulse oximeter, however you do need to let them know at pre assessement so that alternative arrangements such as an ear lobe pulse oximeter probe can be made available for you. 
 For optimal outcome, please consult a fully qualified plastic surgeon, who has specialist qualification in plastic surgery 'FRCS Plast' after having being trained adequately in the field of plastic surgery, is registered on the 'Specialist register for Plastic surgery' with the General Medical Council and has been considered competent enough to be a member of the 'BAPRAS' (British Association of Plastic Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgeons) and 'BAAPS' (British Association of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons) at the least.

Christopher J. Davidson, MD, FACS · Answer

Thank you for your question.  Pulse oximeters can be placed on a toe or earlobe but often the best and most accepted measurement is a finger.  Best to check with your plastic surgeon for his/her preferences.  Good luck.

Bryan Criswell, MD · Answer

Yes, you may keep your acrylic nails on, if the color of the acrylic or polish is nude or very light shades. It is not recommended to wear dark polish or you may need to remove it from at least one nail bed. It is always an excellent idea to bring any questions with you to your consultation for further clarification.

Eric YK Li, MD · Answer

Oxygen levels can be monitored with finger or ear lobe probes, but not every facility has both.  I would recommend clarifying with your surgeon in advance to see if you need to remove your nail polish.  As always, seek proper consultation before treatment and best of luck!

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