Birth Control/Piercings & Liposuction?

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Hello! So I'm looking to get liposuction in my arms and abdomen in the near future. Problem is I have Nexplanon/Implanon (can't remember which brand) in my arm and a naval piercing. Silly question, but would I need to remove either or both prior to surgery? Is there anyway to keep both in or would that possibly complicate the healing and recovery process?

Emmanuel Mallol Cotes, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question. To provide a valid medical opinion I will need to see pictures of you body from different angles. I would suggest to be treated by board certified plastic surgeon with experience in this procedure, to get the best desired results.

Respectfully,
Dr. Emmanuel Mallol Cotes.-

Kenneth Hughes, MD · Answer

The risks and benefits in your particular case will have to be weighed, and the surgeon you select will have to make a decision. Birth control hormones (The Nexplanon implant has lower levels of hormones and only has progestin, not estrogen.) are out of your system within 24 to 48 hours after removing the implant. However, it can take several weeks or even months for your hormone levels to return to normal. Ask your OB/GYN for a more definitive answer.
 For the manner in which I perform tumescent liposuction, the nipple ring could be left in place.

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

yes you can get liposuction with naval piercing and birth control, I suggest you see an expert. Best, Dr. Emer.

Connie Hiers, MD, FACS · Answer

The belly piercing would need to be removed for the procedure, but you could replace it the next day. the arm implant may be out of the way, or your surgeon could just avoid that area.

Johnson C. Lee, MD · Answer

The piercing will likely need to be removed for access to the abdomen during your liposuction. The implant may also be removed depending on its location in the arm and where you plan to have liposuction. If the implant is not in the way and you can liposuction and avoid the area, then it can stay in the arm. Hope this helps!

Johnson C. Lee, MD
Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon

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