Every so often I will have a previous breast augmentation patient contact me with concerns about a new pregnancy. They are typically apprehensive about what will happen to their breasts because of the weight gain and the hormones associated with the pregnancy and after delivery, when the milk comes in. The only answer that I can give them with certainty … Read More
Breast Augmentation Virginia.com is updated
Breast Augmentation Virginia.com has been completly redone. The entire website has a new look, better functionality and more information. This is a work in progress and the pages will continue to be edited and improved upon. There are more breast augmentation pictures on the pages and in the before and after photo library. There is information about breast implant removal, … Read More
How long does it take for breast implants to settle after breast augmentation plastic surgery?
It depends on the size of the breast implants, the woman’s body, and the plastic surgeon’s technique. It is safe to say that most implants will settle by 3-6 months, some as early as one month but others rarely as late as one year.
Can women with breast implants have mammograms?
Yes, mammograms are possible and recommended for all women over 40. Breast implants do not prevent mammograms. It is recommended to be sure and ask the mammorgrapher if they have experience in peforming mammograms on women with breast implants.
Can women with breast implants have breast biopsies?
Yes, breast implants do not prevent breast biopsies. Breast biopsies can be performed by a surgeon using an open technique or a radiologist using a needle aspiration technique. Breast implants above the muscle are just under the breast gland so they are more at risk during one of these biopsy procedures. Breast implants below the muscle have an extra layer … Read More
When can a woman sleep on her tummy after breast augmentation plastic surgery?
Sleeping on the tummy may be started as soon as the woman can tolerate the added pressure of the breast implants. Most will start sleeping on their backs, then their sides and eventually make it to the belly. It usually depends on the woman and how firm the mattress is. There are no
Do breast implants cause cancer?
No. There is no known link or association of breast implants and the formation of any cancers. There are actually studies
Can breast implants cause stretch marks to occur?
Yes, it is possible that new stretch marks can occur after breast augmentation plastic surgery. It depends on the size of the breast implants and the quality of the woman’s breast tissue and skin. It is more common that women with previous stretch marks may notice that the marks get red again after the breast augmentation surgery. Over time these … Read More
If the breast implants are too big can they be removed and what happens to the left over breast tissue?
If at any time a woman requests that her breast implants be removed, it can be done.
Can being involved in an accident or trauma to the chest break a breast implant?
Although it is possible to rupture a breast implant with a blunt trauma to the chest, it is extremely unlikely. The force required would have very severe consequences to other areas of the body that would also be injured. If such a force was applied to that area
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