Question 1

Can breast implants cause autoimmune disease?

Accepted Answer

Many years ago dilicone breast implants were investigated in regards to autoimmune disorders. However, studies had been with mixed results and are still ongoing to see if breast implants are a causative factor.  ALCL is a serious condition related to textured silicone implants.  These implants have been removed from the market.

Question 2

Can breast implants cause cellulitis?

Accepted Answer

Breast cellulitis is a risk of breast surgeries. Dr. Azouz can help you make an informed decision during your consultation.

Question 3

Can breast implants cause pain years later?

Accepted Answer

Some women experience chronic pain and soreness after breast implant surgeries. There can be many reasons for this, and its best to check with Dr. Azouz through a consultation to determine if the implants are the cause.

Question 4

Can breast implants get infected years later?

Accepted Answer

Breast implants can get infected years after placement.  Breast implant infection is low and the chance of infection decreases after the implants have been in place for months to years.

Question 5

Do breast implants cause health problems?

Accepted Answer

Breast implants themselves do not cause health problems and are very safe medical devices. Health problems can arise because of the surgery or placement of implants, however.

Question 6

Do breast implants sag over time?

Accepted Answer

Breast implant surgery does not stop the effects of gravity, and breast implants can sag over time just like breast tissue. In this case, another procedure may be needed to restore them to a more upright position.

Question 7

How common is capsular contracture in breast implants?

Accepted Answer

Its estimated that capsular contracture occurs in about 10% of cases. Keep in mind that its normal for the body to form some scar tissue around the implant as a natural response.

Question 8

How do I prepare for breast implant removal?

Accepted Answer

Dr. Azouz will provide detailed instructions on how to prepare for your surgery date. Make sure to stop taking blood-thinning medications ahead of your surgery and stop smoking.

Question 9

How often does breast implant illness occur?

Accepted Answer

Breast implant illness is extremely rare - in fact, the FDA estimates it occurs extremely rarely.

Question 10

How often should breast implants be checked?

Accepted Answer

The FDA recommends regular MRI screenings 3 years after your implant procedure and then every 2 years subsequently. This helps check for tears or weaknesses that can lead to rupture.

Question 11

Is breast implant illness covered by insurance?

Accepted Answer

Breast implant illness is not typically covered by most insurance providers.

Question 12

Is removal of breast implants dangerous?

Accepted Answer

There are risks that come with any surgery. A board-certified plastic surgeon like Dr. Azouz can help make sure your procedure is as safe and effective as possible, however.

Question 13

What breast implants have been recalled?

Accepted Answer

BIOCELL textured breast implants and tissue expanders have been recalled.nPIP (Poly Implant Proth&egrave;se)nbreast implants were made by a company that no longer exists and it is recommended for PIP implants to be removed.

Question 14

What does capsular contracture look like?

Accepted Answer

Capsular contracture can occur in different severities, graded I-IV. Grades I and II are usually not noticeable, while Grades III-IV can cause visible distortion of the implants like hardness and displacement.

Question 15

What happens if a breast implant pops?

Accepted Answer

This depends on the type of implant - if your implants are filled with saline, they will simply deflate and the filling will be safely absorbed by the body. If your implants are filled with silicone, they may not be noticeable since the gel will remain in place within the breast pocket.

Question 16

What happens if breast implants are not replaced?

Accepted Answer

Breast implants do not necessarily need to be replaced every 10 years. If they remain in good shape and do not cause problems, you can typically keep them in place.

Question 17

Will capsular contracture go away?

Accepted Answer

If capsular contracture is not severe, you can go about your daily life uninterrupted. If its severe, however, youll need to consult Dr. Azouz for a replacement procedure.

Question 18

Can breast implants last a lifetime?

Accepted Answer

Breast implants are not meant to be lifelong medical devices. Dr. Azouz has many patients who have had their implants for many years.

Question 19

Can saline implants cause autoimmune problems?

Accepted Answer

Saline implants are thought to be associated with a lower risk of complications than silicone implants. Dr. Azouz can discuss the best option for you during your consultation.

Question 20

Can you die from breast implants?

Accepted Answer

There is a very low risk of life-threatening complications from breast implants. The risk of death during breast implant surgery is extremely low.

Question 21

Can you get your breast implants removed?

Accepted Answer

Breast implant removal is a good option if you want to return to your natural breasts. A board-certified plastic surgeon like Dr. Azouz can perform breast implant removal.

Question 22

How do you know if my implants are leaking?

Accepted Answer

This can depend on the type of implant - saline implants will typically deflate which is very noticeable. Silicone implants may need medical screening to check for a leak.

Question 23

How is BIA ALCL diagnosed?

Accepted Answer

BIA-ALCL can typically be diagnosed with a fluid biopsy but can also be diagnosed at the time of surgery.

Question 24

How long does it take to recover from breast implant illness?

Accepted Answer

This can vary for each patient. Make sure to consult Dr. Azouz and give yourself plenty of time to rest.

Question 25

How much does it cost to have breast implants removed?

Accepted Answer

According to 2020 statistics from the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, breast implant removal costs vary significantly. This can be different based on factors like location, anesthesia, surgeons fees, recovery materials, and more.  Dr. Azouz will discuss the fees at the time of consultation.

Question 26

What are the early signs of capsular contracture?

Accepted Answer

Capsular contracture usually begins with symptoms like tightness, firmness, soreness, or visible asymmetry.

Question 27

What are the symptoms of breast implant illness?

Accepted Answer

Breast implant illness comes with many different symptoms like fatigue, joint and muscle pain, low mood, headaches, and hair loss (to name a few). Make sure to consult your plastic surgeon if you begin experiencing unexplained symptoms.

Question 28

What are the symptoms of silicone toxicity?

Accepted Answer

Silicone-reactive disorder can come with symptoms like fatigue, joint pain and swelling, dry eyes and mouth, rash, hair loss, and achiness.

Question 29

What breast implants are linked to lymphoma?

Accepted Answer

BIA-ALCL seems to be linked to textured implants only.

Question 30

What is implant bottoming?

Accepted Answer

Implant bottoming is when breast implants hang too low on the chest, usually below the natural breast crease.

Question 31

What percentage of breast implants rupture?

Accepted Answer

Breast implant rupture is extremely rare - it occurs in about 1% of cases of breast augmentation patients. The risk can be higher for revisional augmentations.

Question 32

When should you have breast implants replaced?

Accepted Answer

Breast implants do not necessarily need to be replaced every 10 years - they should be replaced if you experience rupture or detect any weaknesses that could lead to rupture.

Question 33

How long does it take to recover from breast implant removal surgery?

Accepted Answer

Recovery from breast implant removal is generally very quick.  Most patients can return to work a few days after surgery.

Question 34

Can breast implants last 30 years?

Accepted Answer

Breast implants can last for many years.  Dr. Azouz has many patients who have had the same implants in place without problems for over thirty years.

Question 35

Is breast implant removal an outpatient surgery?

Accepted Answer

Breast implant removal surgery is routinely an outpatient surgery with Dr. Azouz.

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