Elbowed in boob freaking out, could it be ruptured?

Question

I am a month post op I was at the club drinking and a guy turned around and elbowed me in the boob. I have silicone gel 700 ccs. Could this have caused a rupture? Do alot of women with implants get bumped into elbowed or lightly hit in the boob from being in crowds and public places? Thank you!

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear ladyjustice1776,it is not likely that a hit with an elbow can cause any severe damage to your silicone implants. However, if you are concerned I would suggest you to consult your plastic surgeon.Daniel Barrett, MD, MHA, MS 
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery  
Member, Am. Society of Plastic Surgery

Kenneth A. Godwin, DO · Answer

Hello and thank you for your question. It would be highly unlikely for the incident that you are describing to cause a rupture of your implant. It usually takes a significant amount of force or penetrating trauma to rupture the gummy bear implants. To be safe, you should contact your plastic surgeon and discuss this issue. Best of luck with your recovery.

Lawrence Iteld, MD · Answer

The breast implants which have been used for the past 25 years are VERY durable. It takes a significant force to "pop" them. Getting bumped or elbowed in the breast is certainly uncomfortable, but the likelihood of causing damage to the implant is extremely low. You are much more likely to break a rib from moderate trauma than to rupture the implant. If you have pain in the breast that is more significant than would otherwise be expected from minor trauma, please contact your surgeon for evaluation.

David J. Wages, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question.  Silicone implants are very durable and minor trauma as described is highly unlikely to cause a rupture.  One may sustain a fractured rib before a ruptured implant would likely occur.  If any concerns continue see your surgeon.  Good luck.

Jeffrey Antimarino, MD, FACS · Answer

Thank you for your inquiry.  It is highly unlikely that there is any damage to the implant.   You may be sore for a couple of days.   If there is any change in shape of your breast, I would discuss it with your plastic surgeon.

Manuel Ventura Gonzalez, MD · Answer

HelloMay have no side effects, but in case you notice any strange reaction consult your plastic surgeon, it is recommended that you perform a sonomamografia to verify that everything goes well.I Wish the Best, Dr. Manuel Ventura 
Certified, Medical Research Institute of Plastic Surgery in Sao Bernardo do Campo, Sao Paulo, Brazil.

Ven Erella, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question. It is unlikely any damage to implant as per your description.Implanta are very durable.  If you have any concerns talk to your PS office.

Steven Wallach, MD · Answer

it is highly unlikely that a jab with an elbow would cause an implant rupture. Implants are very durable.  If concerned, go for an evaluation in person.

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

It is very unlikely that the trauma that she describe could rupture a breast implant.  However his eyes best to be examined by your surgeon

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