1. Implants are not lifetime devices, it is recommended they be replaced at least every 10 years.
2. For silicone implants, the FDA recommends getting imaging every other year to check for a leak.
3. Before deciding on implants, educate yourself about breast implant illness. For more information go to my Plastic Surgery Blog on my website and select “Breast Procedures” in the drop down menu.
4. There is a rare lymphoma called BIA-ALCL associated with breast implants. It is predominantly associated with textured implants but this is still under research and investigation. The FDA also recently reported an additional cancer - squamous cell carcinoma that is associated with breast implants.
5. Allergan and Natrelle Biocelle textured implants known as the “gummy bear implants” were recalled by the FDA
Please go to FDA.gov and review the black box warning on breast implants prior to getting implants.
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