Breastfeeding with Implants: What You Should Know

Common Concerns About Breastfeeding with Breast Implants
Will it affect milk production?

Will older silicone breast implants, put your baby at risk?
The CDC publicly addressed the concern about the potential transfer of harmful substances to breast milk from silicone breast implants. It cited there was insufficient evidence to warrant any major concern. It also indicated that in most cases, breastfeeding with silicone breast implants isn’t problematic. Silicone is present in many other forms in our lives.Does the incision area make a difference?
The area of incision does matter. In surgeries where there were incisions through the areola, by definition, some of the milk ducts are cut. Even so, many are left intact so breastfeeding is often possible. In situations where there is numbness to the nipple the reflex to let milk down can be altered. There are pros and cons to each incision used in breast implant surgery. A patient planning to breastfeed may wish to consider an inframammary incision. An inframammary incision is below the ductal breast tissue so it may have less impact on breastfeeding.
The Right Procedure for You
If you still have questions about breastfeeding with breast implants, schedule a consultation and I’ll be happy to answer them in person. I’m a board-certified plastic surgeon, specializing in difficult cases and corrective breast surgery, and I’m available to consult and fully evaluate your ability to breastfeed. We can discuss which procedures can have the optimal results you desire. Call the office today at 301-656-6398 to get started.
January 4, 2019 12:22 pm
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