Would a tattoo on the rib area become distorted due to breast implants?

Thanks for your question!
The tattoo should be fine even if you have additional surgery. Schedule a consultation with a board certified plastic surgeon to discuss your options. Best wishes!

Dear DeeCee99,
breast surgery should have no effect on a tattoo on the rib area.
Daniel Barrett, MDCertified, American Board of Plastic SurgeryMember, American Society of Plastic SurgeryMember, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Hello, depending on how far the tattoo is from the breasts it will depend on whether it is distorted or not, it is most likely that it will not be distorted, unless you put very very large implants.

From your description future breast augmentation should not distort your planned tattoo. You can check with your surgeon with a more specific description of the tattoo for confirmation.

Since you surely have folds determined by the placement of your current implants, I would expect minimal distortion if you stay below these folds, and do not increase the size of your implants.

If your future implants just are an exchange, nothing should change as far as the skin below the incision. However, with aging , your breasts will sag and may hide the tattoo under the weight of the implants.

Would need to see a picture or an in person evaluation to be definitive. Dr. Ted Eisenberg, Board Certified Plastic Surgeon and Author. RealSelf Distinguished Hall of Fame Inductee. Philadelphia, Pa., USA

If the tattoo is placed below your breasts, future surgery should not change your tattoo. If the tattoo is placed on the breast and you go larger, it may shift or spread the tattoo.

Tattoos on the rib area can be affected by breast implants, particularly if the implants cause changes in the shape or size of the breasts. However, whether a tattoo becomes distorted due to breast implants depends on various factors, including the placement and size of the implants, the size and shape of the breasts, and the design of the tattoo.Here are a few considerations:1. Stretching and distortion: If the breast implants cause stretching or distortion of the skin overlying the rib area, it could potentially affect the appearance of the tattoo. This is more likely to occur if the tattoo is close to the breasts or if there are significant changes in breast size or shape.2. Placement of the tattoo: Tattoos that are located directly over the breast tissue or close to the breast area may be more susceptible to distortion from breast implants compared to tattoos that are farther away from the breasts.3. Quality of the tattoo: A well-executed tattoo with clean lines and proper shading may be more resilient to changes in the skin's texture or shape compared to a lower-quality tattoo.4. Size and type of implants: Larger implants or implants placed in a position that significantly alters the natural contours of the breasts may have a greater impact on nearby tattoos.5. Individual factors: Each person's body and healing process are unique, so the extent to which breast implants affect a tattoo can vary from one individual to another.Ultimately, if you're considering getting a tattoo in the rib area and have breast implants or are planning to undergo breast augmentation surgery, it's essential to discuss your concerns with your tattoo artist and plastic surgeon. They can provide guidance on tattoo placement, sizing, and other factors to help minimize the risk of distortion and achieve the desired aesthetic outcome.

Thanks for your question. It seems your rib tattoo will not be "distorted" by breast implants, even if you decide to have your implant redone in the future.
Best of luck!

Port City Plastic Surgery