If I get a tattoo to cover my breast implant scar, will my surgeon be able to reuse this scar to replace implants in the future?

January 9, 2018
Asked By:Qtkatiex

Hello! No matter what I've tried, I can't get my breast implant scars to not be red. They only look barely noticeable if I rub them. They make me self conscious and I want to get a tattoo to either cover them or border them so they are less noticeable. Will my surgeon be able to still use this scar in the future to replace? If not, can I border the scar with a tattoo (right up to the scar not over it) and he be able to use this scar again? Thank you!

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January 11, 2018

Answer: Red scars

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June 4, 2021

Answer: Tattoo over scar

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January 11, 2018

Answer: Tattoo over scar

January 11, 2018

Answer: Tattoo over scar

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