Will I be able to keep my micro-bead hair extensions in during my breast augmentation surgery?

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I have 60-70 micro bead hair extensions in. They are cooper with silicone on the inside . These are expensive and super time consuming to put in/take out . I would really love to keep them in during my surgery and recovery process , will I be able to ? I’m sure this sounds silly, but my extensions give me confidence and make doing my hair easier . It’s much easier to get my hair into a braid or low pony tail with them in .

Michael Horn, MD · Answer

Thank you for you question. I do not see any reason why you will need to remove the extensions prior to surgery. I recommend discussing directly with your Board Certified Surgeon. Good luck with surgery!

Josh Olson, MD · Answer

You should be completely fine to leave those in your hair for your breast augmentation. The main concern with piercings or other objects would be the cautery used to stop bleeding may conduct the energy causing a burn. What you are describing shouldn’t be affected. Best of luckJosh Olson MD

Anthony A. Admire, MD, FACS · Answer

Yes you will be able to keep all of the extensions in. There is some movement of the head and all of the extensions would need to be able to fit into a scrub hat. But otherwise it should be fine. Best of luck with your surgery.

Brian Coan, MD, FACS · Answer

Thank you for your awesome question! Your concerns are important to discuss directly with your board certified plastic surgeon.  He or she will appreciate the open communication and will want to help you. I hope this is helpful and wish you all the very best.  Sincerely, Brian S. Coan, MD, FACS

Ven Erella, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question. I do not see any reason why they can not be kept. Please talk to your PS for clarification.

Will I be able to keep my micro-bead hair extensions in during my breast augmentation surgery?

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