I am a volunteer firefighter and I'm worried about the recovery time for implants placed under the muscle. Would having breast implants prevent me from being able to do firefighting?
Answer: Is it possible for firefighters to have breast implants? Yes, it is possible for firefighters to undergo breast augmentation surgery. After a period of rest you will be able to return to your relatively strenuous occupation; your plastic surgeon will guide you when it comes to gradual resumption of activity. Key will be careful selection of plastic surgeon and careful communication of your goals. Best wishes.
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CONTACT NOW Answer: Is it possible for firefighters to have breast implants? I really can not think of any profession where it is contraindicated to have a breast augmentation, as long as you have adequate recovery time before returning to heavy lifting. My husband has been a firefighter for 25 years, so I have a soft spot for first responders who come into the practice. I had one police officer who brought in her bullet proof vest just to be sure there would be no fit issues after surgery, but I am pretty sure your bunking gear would accomodate pretty much anything.Thanks for all that you do, and best of luck!
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CONTACT NOW Answer: Is it possible for firefighters to have breast implants? I really can not think of any profession where it is contraindicated to have a breast augmentation, as long as you have adequate recovery time before returning to heavy lifting. My husband has been a firefighter for 25 years, so I have a soft spot for first responders who come into the practice. I had one police officer who brought in her bullet proof vest just to be sure there would be no fit issues after surgery, but I am pretty sure your bunking gear would accomodate pretty much anything.Thanks for all that you do, and best of luck!
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July 3, 2017
Answer: Is it possible for firefighters to have breast implants? Yes! I have several in my practice, as well as police officers, semi drivers, electric lineswomen, and just about any profession you can think of. You do need to heal properly before you engage in strenuous activities, but if you resume activity properly (gradually, over weeks), you can assume full duties in 6 weeks. Do NOT believe there is some "special procedure" or "unique surgeon" who can give you "overnight recovery," 24-hour recovery," or "flash recovery," to name a few. Careful surgery, meticulous hemostasis, and attention to technical details are what make healing as rapid as possible, but EVERY woman still needs to heal, and there are no "speed-me-up" details. Make sure you see ABPS-certified plastic surgeons, ASAPS members, who are experienced and do lots of breast surgery (over 100 cases per year). Also, beware those surgeons who claim they do 500 breast augmentations per year; that's as preposterous as the "overnight recovery!" Even if all I did was breast surgery, I would probably not want to do that many. Around 200 per year is plenty, especially with all the other cosmetic procedures a busy aesthetic plastic surgeon performs. Best wishes! Dr. Tholen
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Answer: Is it possible for firefighters to have breast implants? Yes! I have several in my practice, as well as police officers, semi drivers, electric lineswomen, and just about any profession you can think of. You do need to heal properly before you engage in strenuous activities, but if you resume activity properly (gradually, over weeks), you can assume full duties in 6 weeks. Do NOT believe there is some "special procedure" or "unique surgeon" who can give you "overnight recovery," 24-hour recovery," or "flash recovery," to name a few. Careful surgery, meticulous hemostasis, and attention to technical details are what make healing as rapid as possible, but EVERY woman still needs to heal, and there are no "speed-me-up" details. Make sure you see ABPS-certified plastic surgeons, ASAPS members, who are experienced and do lots of breast surgery (over 100 cases per year). Also, beware those surgeons who claim they do 500 breast augmentations per year; that's as preposterous as the "overnight recovery!" Even if all I did was breast surgery, I would probably not want to do that many. Around 200 per year is plenty, especially with all the other cosmetic procedures a busy aesthetic plastic surgeon performs. Best wishes! Dr. Tholen
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June 26, 2017
Answer: Fire fighters are welcome! I understand your concern and I appreciate the important job you do for your community. Most plastic surgeons have probably done breast augmentations on women whose job descriptions include physically demanding activities, ie, fire fighters, law enforcement officers and body builder competitors. These people have done well, especially if they follow instructions, which means no heavy physical activity for 6 weeks. Some of our patients are allowed to go back to light duty one week after surgery, so you might want to explore if this option is available to you. So the answer to your question is that yes you should be able to return to your important job as a fire fighter. Again, thank you for your service to your community and Good Luck!
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Answer: Fire fighters are welcome! I understand your concern and I appreciate the important job you do for your community. Most plastic surgeons have probably done breast augmentations on women whose job descriptions include physically demanding activities, ie, fire fighters, law enforcement officers and body builder competitors. These people have done well, especially if they follow instructions, which means no heavy physical activity for 6 weeks. Some of our patients are allowed to go back to light duty one week after surgery, so you might want to explore if this option is available to you. So the answer to your question is that yes you should be able to return to your important job as a fire fighter. Again, thank you for your service to your community and Good Luck!
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June 24, 2017
Answer: Is it possible for firefighters to have implants? HI KayLee, It certainly is possible or firefighters to have implants. I have performed them on several in my area, and my patients have done very well. You need to wait 5-6 weeks before lifting or engaging in heavy athletic activities, but after that, barring any healing problems, you should be ready to resume your job.God Luck!Dr. Christine Rodgers
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Answer: Is it possible for firefighters to have implants? HI KayLee, It certainly is possible or firefighters to have implants. I have performed them on several in my area, and my patients have done very well. You need to wait 5-6 weeks before lifting or engaging in heavy athletic activities, but after that, barring any healing problems, you should be ready to resume your job.God Luck!Dr. Christine Rodgers
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June 24, 2017
Answer: I am a volunteer firefighter and I'm worried about the recovery time for implants placed under the muscle. Would having breast i I am not aware of any profession that would prevent someone from having implants. There were over 300,000 women who had the elective procedure last year alone in America. Going behind the muscle will require some recovery time before you are ready to lift heavy objects. But, once you have recovered, you will not have any restrictions. God luck!
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Answer: I am a volunteer firefighter and I'm worried about the recovery time for implants placed under the muscle. Would having breast i I am not aware of any profession that would prevent someone from having implants. There were over 300,000 women who had the elective procedure last year alone in America. Going behind the muscle will require some recovery time before you are ready to lift heavy objects. But, once you have recovered, you will not have any restrictions. God luck!
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