Will I need to remove my hair extensions before BBL surgery? They are micro rings. Worried!

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My hair extensions are micro rings (tiny metal rings fitted to my own hair) and I have just had them done. I am having surgery in 3 days and seeing different things about having to remove them. Would BBL surgery require me to remove these?

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear pw151,it should not be a problem but it would be the best to discuss this with your plastic surgeon.Daniel Barrett, MD, MHA, MS 
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery  
Member, Am. Society of Plastic Surgery

Kenneth Hughes, MD · Answer

Thank you and congratulations on your upcoming surgery! Hair extensions should not be a problem, but you should ask your PS about it.

John Paul Tutela, MD · Answer

Thanks so much for reaching out. A standard BBL should not require these coming out. Unless you’re having any other surgery that would require the use of electrocautery during the procedure. There is a theoretical risk of the electricity used with that device being directed to the metal and giving you a burn at that location. However BBL typically is not a surgery where electrocautery is used. I hope this helps :-)

Amir Nasir, MD · Answer

This is a very good question and the first time is has come up for me. I don't think there is any need to remove your hair extensions prior to a BBL. Your surgeon will likely have a head wrap on your so your hair is out of the way during the procedure. You will probably want to be careful styling your hair is a manner than makes it easy to cover for the surgery.Other than that I don't think there would be a reason to have them removed. As always, though check with your surgeon!I hope this helps!

Tania Medina de Garcia, MD · Answer

Hello 
  
Thanks for the question and provided information as well.  
  I do not think there is any danger to your surgery if you have hair extensions, however discuss all your concerns with your plastic surgeon. 
  
Good luck :)

Steven Wallach, MD · Answer

If a bovie cautery is not being used, then it is probably ok. You are best to speak with your surgeon first.

Kemil Issa, MD - Account Suspended · Answer

Hello.
Thank you for your question,.
Your hair extensions are not a problem, however if you have any concern discuss it with your plastic surgeon.   
Regards.
Dr. Kemil Issa,  Certified Plastic Surgeon

Manuel Belen, MD - Account Suspended · Answer

Hi dear,
 Thanks for the questions.
If you are only having liposuction and bbl, your hair extensions with micro ring are not a problem. However contact your PS and discuss your concerns with him/her. 
 I hope this advice helps you. Best wishes.-
Manuel Belén, Certified Plastic Surgeon

David F. Klein, MD (retired) · Answer

Unless you are having another procedure in addition to liposuction and fat transfer to the buttocks, the rings in you hair extensions should be ok. Be sure to check with your personal surgeon as to his or her preference.

Will I need to remove my hair extensions before BBL surgery? They are micro rings. Worried!

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