Will I eventually have to remove my breast implants from old age?

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Hello, Planning on getting breast implants in a couple months, and was wondering about how long I will be considered a good candidate for surgery. Early twenties at the moment, would I have to remove them say 40+ years from now? Is there a cut off age where women are no longer allowed to have surgery due to risks of being too old? Or is it more about the health of the patient and # of times they have gone under the knife concerning implant replacement etc. Thanks!

Emmanuel Mallol Cotes, MD · Answer

Thanks for sharing your concerns with us. In my practice I recommend yo change the implant every 10-12 years to avoid unnecesary risks. Respectfully, Dr. Emmanuel Mallol.-

Ryan Hoffman, MD · Answer

The short answer is "no", you do not have to remove implants due to old age. Implants are supposed to last  ten years, but as long as there is no shape changes or issues, implants can stay in longer.As time goes on and the body changes from pregnancy or weight gain/loss, the implants may have to be changed to improve the overall cosmetic outcome. I have had patients in their 70's and 80's undergo breast procedures. As long as they are healthy enough to undergo anesthesia, they can have adjustments made to their implants. Good luck.

Sheila S. Nazarian, MD · Answer

It is advised that breast implants be replaced every 10 years, but many patients have them much longer. However, they will not last forever. But as long as you are in good health, there is no age limit as to when they can be replaced. Hope this helps, Dr. Nazarian

Alfred Sofer, MD, FACS · Answer

Thank you for your question. As long as you do not present with any health issues, you are considered a good candidate for breast augmentation at any age. I always advise my patients that replacing implants every 10 years is recommended but not necessary. The companies that manufacture the implants have different warranty programs that you can look into.  I recommend discussing these options with your board certified plastic surgeon, who can
individualize your treatment plan.

Harry T. Haramis, MD, FACS · Answer

Breast implants can last many years, but are not permanent. At some point, they will have to be exchanged. Age is not a limit either as long as there are no medical issues.An exam and consultation with a plastic surgeon is recommended to discuss your options.

Richard Zienowicz, MD · Answer

You are under no restrictions for age to receive a breast augmentation. Breast implants can stay in your body indefinitely unless you have a problem.

Jennifer Greer, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question!There are three common reasons to remove a breast implant:Rupture of the implant. Capsular contracture: this is where firm scar tissue forms around the implant potentially causing pain.Patient desire.There is no specific age cut-off for elective surgery. Risk certainly increases with increasing age, but the overall health of the patient is more important than age.

Farah Naz Khan, MD · Answer

There is no "cut off age" when women are no longer allowed to have elective surgery. Rather, it is more based upon the health of the patient, along with her goals. Some older women elect to have their implants ultimately removed but again, this is personal choice/preference.

Lawrence Rosenberg, MD · Answer

There really is no cut off age to have surgery.  This is more dependent on the general health of a patient.  An older patient if healthy may be a good candidate for surgery while a younger patient with multiple health issues may not be.  There is a chance that the implants may have to be removed in the future but that should be discussed with your surgeon.  If there are no problems or issues with the implants they may not need to be removed.

Shain A. Cuber, MD · Answer

Those are all good questions. There is no specific age at which you have to remove the implants just as there is no specific age when you will be too old to get them. Getting them younger can be an advantage in that as you go through pregnancy, they will help to resist the natural droopiness that can occur. Sometimes after several years, the implants may have to be exchanged, but if everything is perfect, you don't even have to do that. If you are older, as long as you are healthy it perfectly fine to undergo an implant procedure.

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