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I recommend an in-office examination as well as a detailed discussion with a surgeon who you are comfortable with. Finally, make sure your surgeon is a Double-Board Certified Plastic Surgeon certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery (ABPS), a member of the American Society of Plastic Surgery (ASPS), a member of the American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS), and a fellow of the American College of Surgeons (FACS).Best,Dr. DesaiBeverly Hills Institute for Aesthetic Plastic SurgeryHarvard Educated, Beverly Hills & Miami Beach TrainedDouble Board-Certified, Double Fellowship-Trained Beverly Hills Plastic Surgeon
Generally titanium markers are not a contraindication to undergoing a breast augmentation. They are traditionally used to mark suspicious lesions or areas of concern on mammography. Given that the implants are placed underneath the muscle in a majority of surgeries they should have no impact on the ability to visualize the markers during future mammography.
Titanium breast markers are typically about the size of a sesame seed. Implanted in the breast to mark a lesion to help the surgeon locate the problem if surgery is required, the markers should not prevent you from having breast implants. You should let your PS know that they are there.
will not prevent you from having an augmentation if you wish to have one. If the markers were for radiation, your outcome from augmentation may not be as desired as risks for contractures are higher, much higher. If for simply marking an area of concern, the implants are placed behind the breast tissue and the markers should not impact your procedure at all... but let your surgeon know so the safest entry can be utilized for your procedure.
Having these markers should not be a problem with getting breast implants. There are incision sites (especially infra-mammary incision) that can avoid disturbing most of the breast tissue with placement of implants below the pectoralis muscle. It would be best for you to consult with a board certified plastic surgeon to review your medical history and discuss your goals to determine if you are a good candidate for such a procedure.
Always best to review your past medical history and "suitability" for breast augmentation surgery with the physicians who know you best. Having said that, most patients who have titanium markers in place are able to undergo breast augmentation surgery safely. Key to success: careful selection of plastic surgeon and careful communication of goals.Best wishes.
Dear Jazzy,Hello and thank you for your excellent question. It is best to answer your question during a face-to-face evaluation, when you can discuss your goals and expectations for the procedure, and you can have a physical examination to evaluate for that procedure. I am presuming that these are breast biopsy markers? If so, they alone do not contraindicate breast implant surgery. I recommend that you find a board-certified, or board-eligible plastic surgeon with whom you are comfortable. Be sure to have all of your questions answered during a face-to-face meeting with your surgeon, and review before and after pictures of similar patients whom have had this procedure. If you have any questions, call our office for assistance. Good luck! Best, Jon Ver Halen, MD FACS Harvard educated plastic surgeon Texas “Top Doc” 2017, 2018 RealSelf100 America’s Top Plastic Surgeons, Consumer’s Research Council, 2010 – 2018 BeautyAdvisor Top Contributor
With how subtle the stretch marks are on your breasts, you will likely have a bigger issue with the scarring and distortion of the breast/nipple as a result. It is better to leave well enough alone and not add the scar, which will likely be more of an issue than the striae themselves. You should...
The Ideal Implant has the lowest rupture rate 1.8%. This is thought to be due to it’s internal multilayered structure. This structure gives the implant a feel similar to a silicone gel. This implant is the safest available today.
Hi Jasmino, I understand your concern. However, it is difficult to provide you with an accurate answer to your question with online consult. It is best that you visit a board certified plastic surgeon, so you can be properly assessed. Only after a thorough examination you will get more...
