Q. Can women with breast implants breastfeed successfully?
Doctor Answer is medically reviewed by SecondMedic medical review team.
Yes, women with breast implants can breastfeed successfully. However, it is important to note that the type and placement of implant affects a woman's ability to lactate and produce milk. When an implant is placed underneath the chest muscle (submuscular), it sometimes prevents the milk-producing glands from receiving enough blood flow and hormones needed for breastfeeding. The most common cause of low milk production in women with implants is lack of glandular tissue due to pre-surgery factors or removal during surgery.
In cases where an implant is placed under the skin (submammary) but not overlying any glandular tissue, breastfeeding may be possible in some cases if there are sufficient amounts of mammary tissue remaining after surgery. Breastfeeding will also be easier for those who had their implants inserted through incisions made on the side rather than underneath the breast itself.
In addition, some studies have found that once a successful lactation has been established post-surgery, many women with submammary or submuscular procedure find little difference between breastfeeding with or without breasts augmentation when compared to non-augmented counterparts—including frequency and duration of feedings as well as volume produced each session.
However, any woman considering getting implants should talk to her surgeon about potential risks before scheduling her appointment—especially if she plans on having children in future because even small changes in shape or size could interfere with milk supply and/or comfort while nursing. Successful breastfeeding still depends on multiple factors; so consulting your doctor prior allows you best chances at success by understanding how these risks might affect pregnancy outcomes such as milk supply problems or mastitis down road .
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