If tissue breakdown occurs and the implant becomes exposed, implant removal may be necessary. Post-operative mammography is performed according to American Cancer Society guidelines. Breast implants may make mammography more difficult and may obscure the detection of breast cancer. Implant rupture can occur from breast compression during mammography. Inform your radiologist of the presence of breast implants so that appropriate mammogram studies may be obtained.
Skin wrinkling and rippling - Visible and palpable wrinkling of implants can occur.
Some wrinkling is normal and expected. This may be more pronounced in patients who have saline-filled implants or thin breast tissue. Pregnancy and breast feeding - There is insufficient evidence regarding the absolute safety of breast implants in relation of fertility, pregnancy or breast feeding. While there is no convincing evidence of any special danger of breast implants for pregnant women or their children, studies are continuing to look for possible problems. Calcification - Calcium deposits can form in the tissue surrounding the implant and may cause pain, firmness, and be visible on mammography.