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I had breast enlargement with silicon implant since 3 years now i am breast feeding , does silicon go with milk to my baby ? is it risky ?

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Dr. Gary Tuma answered

Specializes in Facial Plastic Surgery

No: There is no risk that we are aware of to breast feeding and silicone implants.

Answered 2/1/2013

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