The benefits of breastfeeding are well documented so many women considering breast augmentation are inquisitive about the effects, especially since many candidates still plan on having children. The foremost common questions are do the breasts still produce and deliver milk and is the safety of the milk affected by implants?

There are side effects with all surgical procedures. There is a possibility that breast augmentation might have an impact on future breastfeeding, however the chances are you may be able to safely breastfeed. Your surgeon can help you make decisions that will reduce the impact on breastfeeding.

2 types of incisions for breast augmentation are around the nipple, and the inframammary incision, that is on the crease on the bottom of the breast. The inframammary incision causes no division of milk glandular tissue or ducts, and reduces the risk of any negative impact on breastfeeding. Incisions around the nipple do divide some of the milk glands, which makes it a bit more risky, but breastfeeding has a high chance of being successful with either incision.

The danger to babies breastfeeding from breasts with implants has been the focus of many studies. So far there was no evidence that there are any risks. I will safely say that breastfeeding with implants is safe for you and your baby.

Pregnancy can cause a natural droop of the breasts, and a few women with breast implants decide not to breastfeed for worry that it will have a negative result on the results of their surgery. About three years ago a study suggested that breast were affected by pregnancy no matter whether the mother breastfed or not. My experience suggests otherwise.

Women who would like to enhance the shape or size of their breasts will probably not have their ability to breastfeed be affected by their surgery, though there’s a possibility. Discuss your concerns with your surgeon and together you’ll be able to make selections that can minimize the risks while enjoying the results.

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