Pregnancy after mammoplasty: how breast augmentation will affect the course of pregnancy

If you believe modern statistics, then every second woman in the world has at least once thought about how to improve the parameters of her breasts. It is not surprising that in this situation, many elevate mammoplasty - a surgical operation whose purpose is to change the size and shape of the mammary glands or correct the areolas and nipples - into the category of “cult” plastic surgeries for body modeling. Breast surgery allows a woman to regain self-confidence, as well as to eradicate a number of complexes that interfere with a normal life, including in the intimate sphere. It is no coincidence that they say that a woman breastfeeds not only her children, but also men’s views.

What types of mammoplasty are there? What you need to know about breast implants? How difficult and long is recovery after a breast lift? Dmitry Blinov , a plastic surgeon at the Institute of Plastic Surgery on Tsvetnoy Boulevard, answers these and other common questions .

Conception and pregnancy

Any implants are a foreign body inside the female body. This is precisely what many fears of women who want to have beautiful breasts are associated with. Objective data suggests that breast augmentation surgery does not in any way affect the process and likelihood of conception, or the pregnancy itself. Similar studies were conducted by scientists in several countries around the world. According to the results obtained, there is no statistical connection between the number of operations performed, as well as cases of decreased fertility (the ability to reproduce healthy offspring). Therefore, women who are not planning a pregnancy in the near future can safely decide to undergo the procedure.

During pregnancy, a woman's body changes rapidly. And this applies not only to hormonal levels, but also to immune reactions and metabolic processes even at the cellular level. However, the presence of implants in a woman’s body is in no way associated with the risk of miscarriage or the development of any congenital pathologies in the fetus. Silicone or polyurethane implants do not have a negative or positive effect on the unborn child.

Breast augmentation before childbirth

Women planning motherhood often wonder whether they should seek the services of plastic surgeons before breastfeeding. There are usually two main reasons for this concern. The first says that a mother with implants will not be able to feed her baby milk on her own. The second is about breast changes during lactation. This does not happen to all women, but breast enlargement may prompt you to change the implant. If the form has not changed, then there is no need to change it. Therefore, if you are not planning a pregnancy after mammoplasty during the rehabilitation stage, then you can resort to the services of plastic surgeons. And for those who have clearly planned the birth of a child in the near future, it is better to postpone the procedure. And, of course, mammoplasty is not performed on pregnant women and nursing mothers: they will have to wait until the end of lactation.

Lactation period

During breastfeeding, implants also have no effect on either the mother’s well-being or the child’s comfort. As well as the quality of the milk itself. A few decades ago, there was an opinion that natural feeding was impossible after breast augmentation. However, today we know that this is not the case. Indeed, it is worth planning breast augmentation at least a year before the expected pregnancy, but only in order to give the body time to fully recover. In this case, no difficulties will arise in the future.

When going to see a doctor, it is worth warning the surgeon about your desire to become a mother in the near future. And although, with any access and method of installing implants, the mammary glands are not functionally affected, the ducts are not disturbed, and the woman will be able to fully feed her own breasts, the doctor can give advice that will help preserve the beautiful shape of the breasts as much as possible and avoid possible problems. As a result, all milk ducts and glands after the healing period will function exactly the same as before the operation. Accordingly, the lactation process will not be disrupted, and possible complications will be reduced to zero.

The exception in this case is extremely large prostheses. Excessively large implants can compress the gland itself and its ducts, interfere with the natural flow of blood and lymph in the tissues, which will negatively affect the breastfeeding process.

Is it possible to breastfeed with implants: doctors' opinion

Aesthetic medicine has come very far in our time. Technologies today are so developed that surgical intervention with further prosthetics can be combined with natural physiological processes.

Plastic surgeons say that there is no need to doubt whether it is possible to breastfeed after implants are installed . All over the world, thousands of mothers who have resorted to mammoplasty are feeding their babies. With breast implants, lactation is possible and completely safe.

The operation does not in any way affect the quality and quantity of milk. Even if the silicone implant is damaged, there is no danger. This filler is not able to be absorbed by body tissues, therefore, it cannot get into milk in any way. After all, even pacifiers for newborns are made from high-quality silicone, which does not affect the health and development of the child.

After childbirth

When making such a responsible decision, it should be taken into account that the breasts will definitely change after childbirth and feeding. It is almost impossible to predict its future appearance. However, experts note that heredity has a strong influence in this matter. Therefore, you can find out in advance from your closest relatives how their mammary glands have changed.

It has been noticed that in the presence of implants in the breast, the shape and size of the mammary glands after childbirth do not change as much as in women who have a completely natural, voluminous bust. But doctors advise not to forget that the condition of this part of the body, after such a difficult period for a woman, largely depends on competent and careful skin care, which will suffer regardless of the presence of implants. The less fluctuations in a woman’s weight, the more carefully she monitors her hormonal levels, the better her breasts will look after childbirth and breastfeeding.

Difficulties during lactation with implants

The first problems with breastfeeding after mammoplasty may arise after the arrival of milk. Very large implants can put pressure on connective tissues, leading to problems such as:

the appearance of discomfort and pain;
development of edema.

Difficulties most often arise on the third day after birth. Women with natural breasts experience glandular engorgement, but if they have prostheses, it is much more difficult to get rid of this condition.

During breastfeeding, it is very important to carefully handle the mammary glands so as not to damage the integrity of the implants. If the baby does not finish eating, the milk produced must be expressed very carefully. If the prosthesis ruptures, the most important thing is to immediately consult a doctor. Silicone from a damaged implant is not able to absorb into the vessels and spoil the milk, but can cause severe discomfort during breastfeeding.

Today we dealt with the question of whether it is possible to feed a child after breast augmentation. The doctors answer that, of course, it is possible. But if possible, you should not have plastic surgery immediately before planning to add to the family. It is better to postpone this procedure until a later time, and it will be possible to correct the changed state of the décolleté area after lactation.

And for women who have already changed their appearance through plastic surgery, in order to maintain their acquired beauty, they need to carefully prepare for pregnancy, childbirth and breastfeeding. Do not neglect special care, gymnastics and massage. After all, following these simple recommendations and consulting with specialists will help ensure adequate feeding of the baby and preserve the beauty and health of the woman.

When to have surgery

In resolving this issue, I advise experts to be guided by their own plans regarding the time of birth of children. The level of development of aesthetic and plastic surgery today is so high that you can safely enlarge your breasts, having plans to expand your family in the future. It is not at all necessary for a girl to give up her own plans to improve her body. Breast enlargement in no case excludes conception, full pregnancy, or lactation.

It is worth refusing breast augmentation if the birth of a child is planned in the near future, for example, within one year. This procedure is quite stressful for the body; the body needs to recover and adapt before pregnancy in order to adequately respond to the new load.

When making a decision, you should be guided by your own standards of beauty. You shouldn't expect your breasts to remain completely unchanged after pregnancy. Most often, the size increases further and the skin stretches. Sufficiently large implants have a significant weight and, accordingly, put additional pressure on the tissue, stretching the skin and ligaments. Therefore, it makes sense to limit ourselves to the small size of endoprostheses.

Breast surgery and breast augmentation are also associated with another procedure that many women require after lactation. Correction can be performed in conjunction with implant installation. An increase in the diameter of the areolas, a change in color, and their deformation are all not uncommon phenomena after childbirth and breastfeeding. This is another reason to postpone plastic surgery until after pregnancy.

After giving birth and breastfeeding, many women resort to plastic surgery, often combined: skin tightening, removal of excess tissue and increase in size, and installation of implants are performed simultaneously. This is a reasonable solution for those who are afraid of losing their original shape, especially with a corresponding tendency to stretch marks and loss of skin elasticity. Many doctors call this option preferable. From the point of view of performing the procedure, no additional difficulties arise after the birth of the child; for the surgeon, the task remains virtually unchanged, so you should not be afraid of any additional risks or complications and feel free to fulfill your desire to have beautiful breasts.

Correction of glands after childbirth, price - how much does such an operation cost? After all, no matter how attractive the breasts were initially, after some time they inevitably face some changes. The reasons for this are very different: frequent fluctuations in body weight, hormonal problems, age, wearing incorrectly selected underwear and, of course, pregnancy followed by childbirth.

Minor defects (for example, minor stretch marks or loss of elasticity) can be corrected with the help of special creams and salon procedures. But if we are talking about serious metamorphoses (loss of volume and sagging), mastopexy will come to the rescue - correction for tightening the glands.

Alternative methods for beautiful breasts

Not everyone has access to plastic surgery methods within the price range, and all that remains in such cases is to find alternative methods of correction. Of course, all of them will not have such a quick and noticeable result. The following rules will help preserve your breasts and prevent significant changes during lactation:

If a girl has to express milk, it should be done correctly, without severely stretching or injuring the mammary glands. As an option, you can use breast pumps, the choice of which is quite large today.
If a young mother has “significant advantages,” she should definitely wear nursing underwear. It supports the mammary glands and prevents them from overextending.
The less a woman's weight fluctuations, the better her breasts will retain their shape and size. And, conversely, constant jumps will contribute to stretching, ptosis, and the appearance of “empty zones.”
It is also useful to perform various physical exercises aimed at strengthening the pectoral muscles. If you train them intensively, you can slightly raise the mammary glands, which visually creates the effect of a slight lifting.

You should not panic if, immediately after completion of lactation, the breasts do not immediately return to their former shape; this is a gradual and rather lengthy process. And if you combine all this with moderate ones, there will definitely be an effect.

Mammoplasty is an ideal solution for breast reconstruction after childbirth, which is used by many women. The changes are especially noticeable in multiparous girls who are prone to weight fluctuations.

But the choice of both a clinic and a specialist should be approached very carefully. Only a specialist will help you weigh the pros and cons and guide you when it is best to do mammoplasty after childbirth. And, of course, you should be prepared that the entire recovery will take at least 6-8 months, during which there are restrictions that are significant for many.

Mammoplasty has long been one of the most popular plastic surgeries. Most often, women of childbearing age from 20 to 45 years resort to breast surgery. Treatments in the field of mammoplasty are varied: breast augmentation, shape correction, breast reduction, breast lift, nipple plastic surgery and areola reduction.

Like any other operation, mammoplasty initially involves a consultation with a surgeon. At the first meeting, many girls often ask me the question: “When is it better to have plastic surgery - before childbirth and breastfeeding or after?”

There cannot be a single correct answer to this question, since much depends on the time at which the pregnancy is planned. For example, if a girl plans to become pregnant within a year, then the operation should be done after feeding the child.

If the question of having a child is not in the next year, then mammoplasty can be done in the near future. After the operation, it will take time to restore the breast and prepare for pregnancy and lactation, because modern mammoplasty methods make further breastfeeding possible. The materials of modern endoprostheses are harmless to the expectant mother and her child and will not in any way affect the quality of mother's milk.

See photos before and after breast augmentation by Galina Khrushch

When is the best time to have surgery?

The most popular method of breast augmentation in nulliparous women is endoscopic access through the armpits.

Experts involved in the diagnosis and treatment of breast diseases believe that if a woman wants to feed her children breast milk, then it is better to wait a little with breast surgery. I will even give a public comment from one of the mammologists, Nadezhda Vasina. She writes: “If a woman had plastic surgery on her breasts before pregnancy, and the milk ducts were damaged as a result of the installation of implants, breastfeeding will not be established. Mammologists advise women to go to a plastic surgeon if they no longer plan to give birth.”

We can agree with the first statement. If the gland has already been damaged during the operation, then its functionality (lactation) cannot be restored. However, we, plastic surgeons, have every opportunity to preserve the integrity of the gland, which will not cause problems with breastfeeding in the future. There are techniques that allow you to bypass the mammary glands when installing implants. The most popular method of breast augmentation for nulliparous women is endoscopic access through the armpits. All my patients, for whom I performed breast surgery before childbirth, did not complain of any functional problems of the mammary glands. They all breastfed their children.

Plastic surgeon Galina Khrushch

For women who decide to undergo mammoplasty surgery after childbirth, I want to give some recommendations:

be sure to wait for the complete cessation of lactation;
verify by ultrasound results that this process is complete;
undergo a consultation with a plastic surgeon, who must warn you that a subsequent pregnancy may affect the results of the operation.

Another point of interest to some expectant young mothers is the possibility of breastfeeding a child after reduction mammoplasty (breast reduction). During breast reduction surgery, the milk ducts are cut, therefore, the first milk (colostrum) is not formed and will not pass through them. It is, of course, possible to give birth to children after reduction mammoplasty, but the ability to feed them with breast milk will most likely not remain, or it will be very difficult.

Set your priorities

Each expectant mother can decide for herself when to have mammoplasty and whether to do it at all. But one thing is for sure: plastic surgery should not be a priority over future pregnancy and breastfeeding. For young women who dream of breast surgery, modern aesthetic medicine gives them a choice so that it can be done both before and after childbirth while maintaining lactation function. But when choosing, you should still listen to the opinions of experienced specialists and make the right decision, which will minimize all risks and leave every woman the opportunity to experience the joy of motherhood to the fullest.

Defect correction

Sagging glands are the result of changes in skin structure due to age or additional factors. The defect can occur due to sudden fluctuations in body weight (for example, in women who are prone to obesity and are constantly on a diet).

Glandular tightening surgery will help you regain your attractive shape. This correction is extremely popular among women who have undergone pregnancy and childbirth. During pregnancy, the breasts enlarge under the influence of certain hormones, followed by childbirth and lactation. At the end of feeding, the glands lose their elasticity, volume and previous shape.

With the help of surgery, you can return the glands to their previous appearance for a long time. The greatest effect after surgery can be achieved by those who initially have small breasts, and the result will last much longer. This is explained by the fact that there is no need to correct large amounts of stretched tissue.

Features of the operation

One of the features of the intervention is that it can be performed in conjunction with other aesthetic surgery techniques (for example, augmentation with implants or reduction of existing volume).

It is extremely important to consider the relationship between surgery and pregnancy. If you are planning to have a baby in the future, it is better to have mastopexy after childbirth and at the end of breastfeeding. This recommendation is based on the natural changes that occur in the glands during pregnancy.

Carrying out surgery before childbirth will not give the result that you would like to see. More precisely, it will exist, but after childbirth and breastfeeding it will fade away. However, one must also take into account the fact that gland tightening cannot affect either the course of pregnancy or the delivery itself.

Mastopexy does not negatively affect a woman’s health. After it, the patient is quite capable of breastfeeding the baby. All that can be expected from the operation is the return of the glands to their former attractive shape, and as a significant bonus - increased self-esteem.

Implants and pregnancy: when is it better to resort to mammoplasty?

Many girls wonder when they can get pregnant after mammoplasty. If the patient strongly desires, the operation can be performed before planning a child. You can have sex no earlier than 1 month after breast correction if approved by your doctor, and complete postoperative adaptation ends after 6 months. Therefore, you can plan a pregnancy 30-60 days after the operation, provided you obtain the doctor’s consent. Full postoperative recovery is possible during pregnancy.

When planning plastic surgery, it is necessary to take into account that after breast reduction, problems with breastfeeding may arise. During reduction mammoplasty, the mammary gland and ducts are dissected. Colostrum and milk will not appear in such a gland. Undoubtedly, it is possible to give birth after breast reduction. But a woman must decide for herself how important breastfeeding and first contacts with the child are for her, because in most such cases feeding is difficult or completely inaccessible. It may be possible to reschedule the breast reduction surgery for the postpartum period after lactation ends.

As for breast correction while carrying a child, we can definitely say that mammoplasty and pregnancy are incompatible things. During this period, there are many contraindications for women, and plastic surgery is strictly prohibited.

Surgery after feeding

You can wait for the end of lactation and do a breast lift after the ducts subside. Weight normalization plays a significant role in this matter. If the weight has reached a normal level and weight loss is not planned, you can proceed with surgery. If you need to lose a few more kilograms, it is better to first get your figure in order and only then do a facelift.

Many women who have given birth are also concerned about the issue of eliminating stretch marks and reducing areolas. When performing a mastopexy, excess skin is removed and stretch marks are reduced accordingly. The remaining defects are easily corrected using hardware cosmetic procedures. The laser copes well with sharp edges.

Correction of glands without silicone

You can tighten your breasts without using silicone implants. There are several techniques for such an operation (for example, making an incision around the areola, anchor lift, etc.).

The type of intervention is determined by the plastic surgeon only during a face-to-face consultation. Based on the initial condition of the breast, its shape and volume, the doctor calculates the approximate cost of the intervention. The final price is also affected by the cost of implants.

Technicians

There are several main methods:

Periareolar gland tightening. Used if the defect is minor. The incision is made around the areola, the breast tissue is carefully redistributed, and the nipple is moved to a new location. If desired, the areola can be reduced. Scars after the intervention are almost invisible;
Vertical seam. The technique is also used for minor sagging. Additional techniques can be used along with it (for example, implantation). This is one of the most common methods currently used. The incision is made around the areola and down under the breast. The correction involves excision of excess gland skin, formation of new breast contours and transfer of the nipple to a new location. Only the vertical seam remains noticeable.

The choice of anesthesia method depends on the specifics of the operation that will be performed. During the intervention, general anesthesia is used (intravenous or endotracheal).

A breast lift is always performed under general anesthesia. The operation itself lasts from two to three hours. Upon completion, the patient remains in the clinic for at least a day.

Consequences

After the intervention, the risk of complications is minimal. However, they are still not excluded, as after any other operation.

The patient should be prepared for the following:

hematomas;
suppuration;
scar deformation;
implant rejection (non-acceptance by the body);
divergence of the edges of the cut, etc.

Initial consultation

No plastic correction (without or with implants) is performed without an initial consultation. There, the specialist determines the indications and contraindications for the intervention and talks about the main stages of the operation.

Before mastopexy, a woman undergoes a special examination of the glands. Before the intervention, you should give up bad habits and take medications. During the consultation, the doctor informs you about the scope of the upcoming intervention without or with implants, on the basis of which the final cost is calculated.

How much does the intervention cost?

The cost depends on the upcoming volume of intervention, conditions of implementation, surgeon qualifications, price of implants, region where the clinic is located and other factors. The difference between prices in Moscow and regional centers varies between 10,000-30,000 rubles.

Prices for each specific service:

consultation – 500-2000 rubles;
examination – up to 15,000 rubles;
correction – up to 50,000-100,000 rubles;
the total amount is up to 140,000 rubles.

You should also take into account the prices for post-intervention care services, support garments, post-plasty examinations, etc.

Cost in Moscow:

T-shaped lift – from 40,000 to 160,000 rubles;
periareolar – from 40,000 to 80,000 rubles;
vertical – from 35,000 to 75,000 rubles;
L-shaped - from 35,000 to 80,000 rubles.

A woman’s breasts can change their shape throughout her life, for example, before menstruation they become larger, but with age or after childbirth they can weaken and become flaccid.

After the lactation period, a woman’s breasts become the same shape, but the condition of the mammary glands is no longer so firm and elastic. This phenomenon occurs as a result of weakening muscle tissue and muscle fatigue. Therefore, experts advise taking careful care of your breasts during pregnancy and lactation. And after the cessation of lactation, you can immediately begin restorative measures and procedures.

When reconstructing the breast after childbirth, the following rules are very important:

wear a comfortable and properly fitted bra;
avoid or, if not possible, minimize manual expression;
do not allow milk to stagnate in the breast;
observe the rules of personal hygiene;
Observe the order of placing the baby on the left and right breast.

The effect of implants on breastfeeding

Scientists are confident that breast implants are safe and do not affect pregnancy or reduce a woman's ability to breastfeed after childbirth. Despite this, many women decide to postpone surgery until after the baby is born.

Research has been conducted into the potential for silicon to pass into breast milk due to possible leakage from silicone implants. No difference was found in the composition of breast milk between women with and without implants. None of the types of breast implants affect the composition of breast milk or pose any threat to the health of the child.

Moreover, studies examining the relationship between the incidence of birth defects in fetuses of mothers with and without implants have demonstrated the safety of silicone implants.

Breast implants do not interfere with healthy breastfeeding.

However, if the implants are damaged, leaking or ruptured, the implant must be removed immediately.

Some scientists suggest that the pressure exerted by the implant may be harmful to milk production. Increased pressure inside the gland can lead to a reduction in milk production. In this case, the location of the implant is important. Implants in the axillary position place less pressure on the glandular tissue and do not interfere with its function.

The incisions made to place implants typically cause some damage to the nerves in the area surrounding the nipple and the glandular tissue. When the surgery is performed with incisions in the armpit or under the breast crease, most women have no problems breastfeeding. The most common method is to make incisions around the areola, which often results in nerve damage.

Breast lift and correction after childbirth

Having given birth to a child, a woman is full of happiness and can immediately ignore the appearance of such shortcomings as stretch marks, a sagging belly or flabby breasts.

But over time, when a woman realizes that her body has changed and in most cases not for the better, it is necessary to seek the help of specialists.

It will not be possible to restore breasts after childbirth without surgery.

You can, of course, resort to some methods to improve the elasticity and correction of the breasts after childbirth, but in order to restore the former youth and shape of the breasts, the help of a surgeon is needed.

Preventive measures to restore breast elasticity include:

special gymnastics and exercises;
taking a contrast shower or sauna, but only with a doctor’s permission;
massage sessions;
an active lifestyle and sports are welcome;
visits to the pool;
healthy diet;
maintaining correct posture;
using creams with vitamins A and C, they will increase the elasticity of the breasts;
use of lotions or decoctions with ginseng, hops, aloe.

An effective way of recovery is a breast lift after childbirth, with which you can restore the beautiful shape of the mammary glands, the natural appearance of the breasts and elasticity.

Obstacles to breast lift after childbirth are considered to be diseases of the cardiovascular system, acute inflammation of the body, as well as the presence of malignant tumors of the mammary glands.

At the first consultation, the surgeon will take the necessary measurements, take into account the patient’s wishes and determine future breast asymmetry.

The procedure itself for breast correction after childbirth consists of performing an operation using general anesthesia. In accordance with the intended pattern, the doctor makes incisions. Excessive areas of skin are excised, and a new type and shape of the gland is formed.

A surgeon can perform a breast lift after childbirth using various methods, depending on the condition of the skin and the presence of problem areas:

making an incision near the areola;
vertical seam lifting process;
making a T-shaped seam.

After breast lift surgery, there is a recovery period of approximately one month. There is no pain or swelling; they are acceptable only in rare cases. The patient spends a day or two in the hospital, after which he can go home. After day 10, the doctor can remove the stitches. It should be noted that after a breast lift there is no need to strain the body with physical and mental stress. You will also need to wear compression garments during rehabilitation.

Is it possible to breastfeed after enlargement?

As for breastfeeding, in most cases it is possible, but how the “new breast” will behave after such hormonal changes is unknown. And despite the fact that modern implants have an unlimited lifespan, they have to be replaced and the operation repeated.

Lipofilling more often than others leads to some problems with lactation, since this may disrupt the normal anatomy of the mammary glands and ducts. Also, in this regard, breast reduction (reduction) is not entirely favorable.

Mammoplasty after childbirth: what is it?

Mammoplasty is an operation performed on the mammary glands, with which you can change the size and shape of the breast. In order to enlarge the breast, the surgeon implants an endoprosthesis. Basically, this option of mammoplasty after childbirth is resorted to in the case of a long period of lactation, after sudden weight loss after childbirth, or as a result of breast asymmetry.

Breast reduction can be done by removing part of the breast or by suctioning out the required amount of fat under the skin.

Mammoplasty after childbirth involves a breast lift, which is used as a result of prolapse of the mammary glands after childbirth and the lactation period. During the operation, the doctor removes flaps of stretched skin and creates a new type of breast.

There are also correction procedures for nipples and areolas. This method is used when the nipples become inverted or too high after childbirth, or when the areolas become enlarged.

What complications occur after mammoplasty?

Any operation is accompanied by a risk of complications. Mammoplasty is no exception.

Around the installed prosthesis, after a certain time after the operation, the body forms a capsule-shell. It can move the implant, which can result in hardening and asymmetry of the mammary glands
. This problem is solved by the method of capsular contracture. When it is decided to remove the capsule, the prosthesis is removed and replaced with a new implant.
Complications of mammoplasty can include infection, bleeding and slow wound healing
. If there is bleeding, a second operation is performed to remove the blood that collects inside. To stop the spread of the resulting focus of infection, the implant is removed and replaced with a new one. As a rule, the formation of infection is characteristic of the first week after surgery.
Exacerbation (or loss) of sensitivity of the mammary glands
is one of the complications. In most cases, such complications are short-term. Although there are exceptions.
Breast implants are required to undergo strength testing. But, unfortunately, they are not immune to collisions with sharp objects. As a result of such a collision, there is a risk of a hole being formed in the prosthesis shell and penetration of the solution or silicone into the body tissue. Usually this problem is solved by replacing the prosthesis. As for the penetration of the saline solution into the tissues, it is absorbed by the body. The danger of damage is the risk of penetration of silicone into the tissue
(the woman may not feel the damage).
If a woman has an implant, mammography
only by doctors who are specially trained and familiar with the method of examining the breast with a prosthesis.

Types of breast surgery after lactation

The lactation period puts a lot of stress on the female body. During breastfeeding, a woman's breasts become larger and heavier, and after lactation ends, the mammary glands become empty and smaller.

Therefore, after the lactation period, many girls and women strive to regain their former breast shape and restore the mammary glands.

After the lactation period, breast augmentation can be performed. The operation is carried out according to the results of an ultrasound, when the doctor is convinced that the ducts of the mammary glands have subsided.

When performing breast surgery after lactation, the weight factor plays a big role.

A woman should be at a stable weight without significant fluctuations or deviations.

After completing the lactation period, you can also undergo a breast lift using implants. Implants will add the necessary volume to the mammary glands, as a result of which the breasts will not look sagging, but will become beautiful and attractive. A distinctive advantage of this operation is the natural appearance of the breasts.

In breast plastic surgery after childbirth, there is a method of lipofilling, which involves breast correction using the patient’s own fat tissue.

Is it possible to get implants while breastfeeding?

Breastfeeding after childbirth ensures the correct physical and psychological development of the child. At the same time, the woman gives herself entirely to the baby, but does not stop wanting to be attractive. The thought of installing implants during breastfeeding occurs to many people. However, not a single woman goes for this until she stops lactation.

Implants cannot be placed while breastfeeding. The operation requires the use of anesthesia and drugs that are incompatible with lactation. It is worth noting that after breastfeeding is discontinued, the mammary gland changes its shape and size. Therefore, it is difficult to assess the actual condition of the breast during lactation.

Breast enlargement after breastfeeding

Experienced plastic surgeons recommend performing the operation no earlier than six months after the baby is weaned. The physiology of the female body does not provide for the immediate cessation of lactation with a click. For several months after the last application, milk remains in the woman’s breasts.

If a new mother decides to undergo surgery, then she must go for a consultation with a surgeon 6 months after stopping breastfeeding. The doctor will conduct an examination and give individual recommendations for the patient, drawing up a further action plan.

Important

To improve the aesthetic appearance of breasts after lactation, fillers can be used in plastic surgery. It is known that hyaluronic acid is a natural substance for the human body, so the process of rejection is excluded.

A breast lift can be performed using threads.

The threads create a cup-support for the breast, which is fixed in the collarbone area.

Breast plastic surgery methods after childbirth and lactation include interventions in the skin and subcutaneous tissue

, the glandular tissue and ducts of the mammary glands remain completely at rest and safe.

An experienced specialist, having studied the patient’s body and his wishes, will be able to choose the best option for breast reconstruction after childbirth and lactation.

Most women are unhappy with the size and shape of their breasts. The desire to become attractive and confident does not depend on age. Everyone wants to become beautiful and spectacular!

A separate group of patients at plastic clinics are women after childbirth and breastfeeding. They complain that the breasts have lost their previous shape, become less firm, and white stretch marks have appeared on the skin. This is a fairly common problem, so women turn to surgeons for help.

Important:
Mammoplasty after pregnancy will help restore inner confidence and former attractiveness. Mammoplasty after childbirth will immediately solve several problems, for example, nipple deformation and breast ptosis. All of these issues should be discussed in detail with a trusted professional.

GW with implants: main nuances

Breastfeeding after breast augmentation is possible. Implants and lactation are not considered mutually exclusive concepts. However, the method of performing the operation plays a decisive role in this matter.

Modern implants are made from highly environmentally friendly and hypoallergenic materials. This allows you to wear them for a long time and not give up breastfeeding. If the material is installed on the pectoral muscle or not, then this implant will not interfere with lactation. During the operation, the milk lobes are not injured and the milk ducts are not damaged.

When the implant is placed directly under the skin, breastfeeding in the future is impossible. Therefore, when preparing for surgery, the surgeon must take into account the patient’s age, the condition of her own mammary gland and the desire to have children in the future.

Sometimes implants are installed according to indications. Some breast diseases require complete removal of breast tissue. In this case, after installation of an artificial breast, lactation is impossible, since there are no milk lobes and ducts.

Of no small importance is the way the incision was made when installing the implant. If the nerve endings are damaged and the patency of the ducts is impaired, then the woman may encounter difficulties in the form of a decrease in the amount of milk. In this case, the problem can be solved with the help of supplementary feeding.

How long after giving birth can mammoplasty be done?

This is perhaps the most common question among clients of plastic clinics. It is important to choose the timing of the operation correctly. According to experts, complete restoration of the mammary gland and its involution (reverse development) occurs within 8-9 months after stopping breastfeeding. Around this time, you can start going to consultations and choose a method to solve the problem that has arisen.

Remember:
If you do mammoplasty after pregnancy at earlier stages, you may not achieve the desired result!
Carrying a baby and breastfeeding are the strictest contraindications for such manipulations. You should not trust specialists who neglect these simple rules. But what to do if a woman refuses to breastfeed? In such cases, of course, there is no need to wait such a long period. During the consultation, an experienced plastic surgeon will independently select the optimal timing of the intervention, based on the individual characteristics of the patient’s body.

Indications for breast surgery after childbirth

After childbirth it will help solve the problem:

Flattening of the breast. This happens when the shape of the mammary gland does not change, and the breast itself becomes “empty”.
Ptosis or sagging gland.
Excessive increase in size with the appearance of stretch marks.
Asymmetry of the mammary glands.

Such problems mainly occur in women with a high body mass index or overweight. If the size of the gland increases too much during pregnancy, it may sag or become flattened. Mammoplasty after childbirth may be necessary for a woman who is not used to regular exercise. After all, without optimal loads, the skin loses firmness and elasticity.

Experts recommend that during pregnancy you monitor the quality of your underwear and its compliance with your new body size. Also, careful weight gain and the absence of fast carbohydrates in the menu will be a good prevention of sagging and unsightly breasts.

Physical exercises appropriate to the trimester of pregnancy will help keep your skin and muscles toned. And it will be much easier to recover after the birth itself.

How long before you can get pregnant after breast augmentation?

These recommendations will depend entirely on the individual characteristics of the patient’s body. On average, the rehabilitation period takes about six months, and the first stage of healing lasts two months. (Of course, these times vary for different patients). You can also return to active sexual life no earlier than two to three weeks after the operation, when the sutures have completely healed. Therefore, even if a woman becomes pregnant 14–20 days after mammoplasty, nine months will pass before she gives birth. This is enough for the body to recover from the operation and get stronger, so that if desired, you can give birth on your own or through a caesarean section. The timing allows you to safely carry and give birth, but in any case you must tell the surgeon about this and consult with a gynecologist before the operation.