Does a birth control implant effect the chances of me qualifying for a screening process for breast implants?

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So I have a screening test the third week of November. My health is great, and my weight and height matches the qualifications. They did ask if I had birth control, though I am in the process of abstaining from sex I still have the implant. Could this implant stop me from qualifying for the breast implant procedure? If I remove it sometime this week, will it affect anything on my screening on November 15th ?

Roger Tsai, MD · Answer

Great question!  Although every surgeon is different, a birth control implant would not stop me or most surgeons from performing the procedure, provided that the rest of your health is pristine and you have no other medical issues.  The problem with birth control in general is that it can be a risk factor in the formation of blood clots.  But your surgeon needs to do due diligence in factoring your risks for this issue along with your medical history and potential surgical procedure to see if it is safe to proceed.Best of luck and hope this information helps!- Dr. Roger Tsai   @DrRogerTsai

Eugene Kim, MD · Answer

Every plastic surgeon has his/her own preop instructions.  I recommend stopping birth control prior to surgery but it's not a requirement because the surgery does not take very long if it's a straightforward augmentation.  I recommend discussing it with your plastic surgeon.

Urmen Desai, MD, MPH, FACS · Answer

Every surgeon has his or her own criteria on removal of your birth control implant.    I recommend an in-office examination as well as a detailed discussion with a surgeon who you are comfortable with.   Finally, make sure your surgeon is a Double-Board Certified Plastic Surgeon certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery (ABPS), a member of the American Society of Plastic Surgery (ASPS), a member of the American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS), and a fellow of the American College of Surgeons (FACS).Best,Dr. DesaiBeverly Hills Institute for Aesthetic Plastic SurgeryHarvard Educated, Beverly Hills & Miami Beach TrainedDouble Board-Certified, Double Fellowship-Trained Beverly Hills Plastic Surgeon

Damon Thomas, FRACS · Answer

Thanks for your inquiry and I understand your concern over your birth control implant. The reason some types of birth control are a concern is that they can increase your risk for blood clots. That said, your assessment of eligibility for surgery will be based on a variety of factors, including birth control. Your overall health, other medications you are taking, and your medical history will also be taken into account. My advice is to find a qualified and experienced plastic surgeon that will perform a full evaluation to ensure your surgery will be both safe and successful. Good luck with your upcoming breast augmentation.
- Damon Thomas, FRACS

Johnson C. Lee, MD · Answer

Certain types of birth control products increases the risk of blood clots after major surgery. There are certain medications and activities that can be done to reduce your risk of forming blood clots after any surgery with general anesthesia. The purpose of a screening test is to determine all of these risk factors for surgery and to find out the best way to minimize your risk of complications. If your overall risk is too high, you may not be eligible for surgery. A birth control implant alone is not usually enough to stop an otherwise health patient from undergoing breast implant surgery however the decision is left up to the surgeon and surgery center's criteria. Hope this helps!Johnson C. Lee, MD Plastic Surgery@drjohnsonlee

Carlos Gonzalez Legarda, MD · Answer

No, usually the birth control by itself it is not going to be a problem for a breast augmentation. But the complete medical record is going to determinate if  there are other circumstances that added can affect if you qualify or not

Jon A. Perlman, MD (retired) · Answer

If your screening test shows that you're enjoying good health I would have no concerns over you having a birth control implant and placed during surgery and recovery.  Best wishes Jon A Perlman M.D., FACSDiplomate, American Board of Plastic SurgeryMember, American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS)ABC-TV Extreme Makeover SurgeonBeverly Hills, California I don't know that there was a product that seem very healthy on shark tank you might research.  A family can't remember the name of it but search for shark tank deodorant.IG: jonperlmanmd

Does a birth control implant effect the chances of me qualifying for a screening process for breast implants?

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