OK. I have to admit that this is something I really wanted to know about. Not that I have implants, but to me, it’s a question of concern. Implants are not solid objects and that mammography machine has a little push to it. Will an implant “pop” when squeezed too hard? This I just had to know.
So, what I’ve learned is that women with breast implants should continue to have mammograms, according to the National Cancer Institute. Popping isn’t the concern, but hiding breast tissue is!
The mammography technologist and radiologist must be experienced in imaging women with breast implants because the implants can hide breast tissue and make it more difficult for the radiologist to see abnormalities on the mammogram.
So, when you call to make your mammogram appointment, tell the mammography center that you have breast implants, and maybe once again when you get there, just to be sure. By telling the mammography technologist about your implants, she will be able to make sure that as much breast tissue as possible can be seen on the mammogram.
Glad we got that topic covered. I was a little concerned.
~ Amy