How many implants do you order for surgery?

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Is it common for most plastic surgeons to have a back up set of implants? What would happen if one of the implants was to get accidentally contaminated or worse? Would the surgeon have another set so the surgery would be completed in case there was some type of accident? I am going in for replacement soon just want to have idea of what would happen or is this just so rare no need for backup plan?

Ronald J. Edelson, MD · Answer

Many surgeons have back up supply of implants in case one gets broken when trying to put them in. It’s a fair question to ask your particular surgeon

Camille Cash, MD · Answer

Each surgeon has her/his own protocol for surgery.  Many surgeons have multiple implants available for a variety of situations.  In order for you to feel comfortable and confident as you prepare for surgery it is best to ask this question of your surgeon.

Albert Ko, MD · Answer

Hi there! Thanks for your question. Most surgeons will have multiple options available during your case. For example, I have anywhere from 4-6 pairs of implants varying in shape and CC size for each patient. I reccomend a consultation with your surgeon to discuss their plans.

Karthik Ram, MRCS, DNB · Answer

Hello there, 
Its incredibly rare that implant will get damaged or contaminated. But many surgeon do practice keep an additional set of implants on the day of surgery. Anyway dont worry for miniscule chance of adversities. 
If you are very much concerned, discuss the same with your board certified plastic surgeon. 
Hope this helps. Thank you for the query here.

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear RRRRRRRRRRRRR,
most plastic surgeons have a stock of different implants in case they need to use more implants than planned. If you are considering surgery, I would suggest you consult a board-certified plastic surgeon. Only after a thorough examination, you will get more information and recommendations.
Daniel Barrett, MD
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

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