Surgeon refused silicone BA because I may have latex allergy. I am allergic to many things but why are they refusing me?

This concern is not uncommonly brought up by patients. However, a known allergy to Latex is not a contraindication for breast augmentation surgery. Both Silicone gel filled and Saline filled implants have a Silicone shell (or balloon) so the logic of this reason for refusal does not add up. If you are still wanting to pursue this surgery you should clear up what appears to be a communication error. Dr. Mosher

Thank you for your question.  Silicone breast implants are latex free.  Latex allergy is not a reason to be refused for a breast augmentation procedure.  Best to seek consultation with a board certified plastic surgeon.  Best of luck.

Hello,
There is no latex in silicone or saline implants, and many women who do have latex allergies have silicone gel and saline implants.  Go visit a few ABPS certified/ASAPS member surgeons who specialize in breast surgery. Silicone gel implants are superior in performance and durability compared to saline implants. 

 I remember years ago they toyed with the idea of filling breast implants with peanut oil....  imagine those allergies! I think they called them Breast "Im-Planters".... other than if the surgeons own operating facility cannot handle a latex allergy patient, I cannot think of any reason why you could not have silicon implants... just make sure you get the ones that are bamboo shoot free!!! They're not hard to find!!!

Thank you for your question. Sounds like there may have been some miscommunication in the planning process. There should be no contraindication to you have breast augmentation with a latex allergy. There are some operating facilities that do not take patients with latex allergy due to the cost of provided non-latex items and if your surgeon does not have privileges at another facility that can accommodate a person with latex allergy, that might be a reason why they are refusing you. Regardless, there are plenty of surgeons in your area who would be more than willing to accomodate you, so I suggest you seek out a second opinion.Best of luck!

In agreement with other responders, latex (or any) allergy is NOT a contra-indication for augmentation mammaplasty.  You may have misunderstood your surgeon, or he/she may have misunderstood your situation, your history, or some other fact of your presentation.

We have performed many surgeries with patients who have latex allergies. When the proper precautions are taken you can have a very successful outcome. I would research another surgeon, look for a board certified physician in plastics and have another consult. Best of luck, 

As below, I recommend seeing another surgeon.  Taking proper precautions for latex allergy will insure a great result.Best Wishes,Nana Mizuguchi, MD

I have performed many breast augmentations in patients with latex allergies without difficulty.  I would recommend seeking additional opinions and clarifying this with your surgeon.  Cheers!

Indeed there is no risk in breast augmentation using any of the FDA approved implants with a latex allergy.
Hope this helps.
Dr. Ali Mosharrafa