How long after pregnancy can I have breast implants ?

During pregnancy, a woman’s body undergoes a number of changes, particularly in her breasts.

So, it is important to have all the information about potential surgery in this area.

What is breast augmentation ?

The objective of breast augmentation through implants is to increase the volume of the breasts. During the operation, the surgeon places silicone gel-filled prostheses concealed at the top by the pectoral muscle and at the bottom by the mammary gland.

Are breast implants compatible with a planned pregnancy ?

Having breast implants is perfectly compatible with the smooth running of a pregnancy.

It is advisable to avoid gaining too much weight, you must also support the breasts with a suitable support bra.

A sub-mammary approach (incision) and retro pectoral positioning of the implant enable the galactophoric ducts to be preserved, thus preserving breastfeeding and nipple sensitivity.

Pregnancy does, however, bring significant changes to the shape and size of women’s breasts.

Women who wish to become pregnant within a few months are advised to wait until the end of their pregnancy before undergoing breast implant surgery.

How long after pregnancy should I wait for a breast augmentation ?

If a patient chooses not to breastfeed her newborn, it is advisable to wait at least 6 months after delivery before considering breast augmentation. For patients wishing to breastfeed, it is advisable to wait at least 6 months after the end of breastfeeding.

In both cases, it is important to wait until the breasts have regained their natural volume in order to best plan the fitting of prostheses.

For breast augmentation, everything depends on the patient’s age, skin quality, weight gain during pregnancy and initial breast size. It is important that the patient cosmetically nourishes her skin after pregnancy and takes time to return to her normal weight before undergoing breast augmentation.