Will my tattoo be stretched if I get Breast Implants? (photos)

Question

I would like to get 300 cc moderate plus silicone implants. Will this ruin my tattoo? Would you recommend a smaller size so it will not stretch as much?

Douglas L. Gervais, MD · Answer

Dear Olund0221,  As my colleagues have stated, It is unlikely that the implant you and your surgeon are choosing will cause any real noticeable distortion. Good luck. #Dr.Gervais

Richard H. Tholen, MD, FACS · Answer

Based on your stating not only an implant size, but also a profile, I assume you have carefully consulted and sized with your plastic surgeon. If this is indeed the proper size for your anatomy and goals, it is unlikely to have a significant effect on your tattoo. There may be a bit of fullness starting on the front edge of your ink, but significant stretch is truly unlikely.I've done many women with tattoos on their chests and breasts, and even when they fall directly over the area of implantation, there is usually minimal distortion.As others have stated, however, no honest surgeon will be able to give you an iron-clad guarantee. But I do believe this is one thing that should be off your worry list. Cheers and Best wishes! Dr. Tholen

Joe Gryskiewicz, MD, FACS · Answer

Hi,About half of our breast augmentation patients have tattoos, and I see by the wording this must be very dear to you.  Your implant size is reasonable, and should not expand your tattoo which is more on your ribs!  Good luck with your surgery.  Be sure to see a board certified plastic surgeon.

Della C. Bennett, MD · Answer

Stretching of your tattoo does not seem likely, although I am not sure any surgeon would be able to give you an answer with 100% certainty.  The placement of the tattoo does seem far enough onto the chest wall that it will be safe, but a smaller implant might be protective.  Most important is to pick an implant in conjunction with your surgeon that will meet your goals and be a safe option based upon your measurements.

Curtis Wong, MD · Answer

are stretched out by implant but it depends on whether the implant will be under your tattoo and your surgeon should be able to help you appreciate if there is that potential for stretch due to your choices.

Peter E. Johnson, MD · Answer

Based on your photo the tattoo is just off the breast and we feel you should be fine with your implant choice!

Steven Wallach, MD · Answer

With your tattoo on your lateral chest/breast, it is quite possible that it might stretch a bit. Good luck with your surgery.

Tom J. Pousti, MD · Answer

Although online consultants cannot promise you what types of effects breast augmentation surgery will have on your tattoo, it seems unlikely to me that the size of breast implant that you have selected will significantly change your tattoo. I would suggest that you communicate your goals carefully with your plastic surgeon and end up with the size/shape of  breasts you are looking for;  any change in tattoo shape/size should be a much lesser concern. Best wishes.

Brooke R. Seckel, MD, FACS (retired) · Answer

Thank you for your question.  Based on your photograph it is unlikely that  300 cc moderate profile plus breast implants will stretch or deformity or tattoo.  Your surgeon will be careful to avoid dissecting a pocket that far to the side of your chest.

Jay M. Pensler, MD - Account Suspended · Answer

After  looking at your photograph , it appears the tattoo is not on the breast and would not be significantly changed by the implant you have selected.

Will my tattoo be stretched if I get Breast Implants? (photos)

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