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Am I at risk for breast cancer after breast augmentation?

So far, there is little evidence linking saline or silicone breast implants to increased risk. Only 2% of all breast cancer occurs in the breast tissue of people designated male at birth, so the risk for breast cancer is very low for trans women and nonbinary people with or without breast implants. However, there is some scientific evidence that estrogen HRT can increase cancer risk. If you are over the age of 50 and have had HRT for 5 or more years, it’s recommended that you get an annual mammogram.

How can I reduce these potential risks?

One of the most important ways to reduce risk is to select a board-certified plastic surgeon for your procedure to ensure that your doctor has extensive surgical training, has passed rigorous testing and is current on all of the latest surgical techniques and advances in patient safety. If you are a smoker, you must quit smoking at least 3 weeks before surgery and absolutely do not smoke for 3 weeks after surgery.  Not one cigarette, not one puff.  You can use a vaporizer with ZERO nicotine, but not any nicotine at all, and no smoking at all (marijuana or tobacco). It’s also very important that you share a detailed medical …

What are the major risk factors for breast augmentation?

Generally speaking, your overall health is a good indicator of your risk level. However, older patients are at a higher risk of serious medical conditions, and they may have higher risks. Smoking, heavy drinking, diabetes, high blood pressure, a bleeding disorder, lung or heart disease, are some specific conditions that may affect your candidacy for this surgery.

How do I know which implant size is right for me?

Breast implants come in a range of sizes and are based on the amount of fluid or gel in the implant itself. It’s always a good idea to bring a photo to your consultation that depicts your preferred final results. When selecting images, choose individuals with a body shape that closely resembles your own. If they are before and after images, try also to select photos where the ‘before’ anatomy is similar to your current anatomy. During your consultation with our surgeons, you’ll have the chance to try on various implant sizers to determine which size looks best under clothing.  It’s not only fun for you to get a glimpse …

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