--- title: Breast Implants date: 2023-07-24T16:30:00-04:00 canonical_url: "https://ourbodiesourselves.org/blog/topic/breast-implants" section: Blog Categories --- [Donate](https://ourbodiesourselves.org/donate) [From the Archives of Our Bodies, Our Blog](/blog)# Breast Implants [## My Body, My Choice: Aesthetic Flat Closure after Mastectomy](https://ourbodiesourselves.org/blog/my-body-my-choice-aesthetic-flat-closure-after-mastectomy)Read [Women facing mastectomy deserve to know of all their reconstructive options, including aesthetic flat closure, and to have their informed consent respected. ](https://ourbodiesourselves.org/blog/my-body-my-choice-aesthetic-flat-closure-after-mastectomy) [![Skinsparingvsflat](data:image/png;base64,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)Read](https://ourbodiesourselves.org/blog/my-body-my-choice-aesthetic-flat-closure-after-mastectomy) [Women facing mastectomy deserve to know of all their reconstructive options, including aesthetic flat closure, and to have their informed consent respected. ](https://ourbodiesourselves.org/blog/my-body-my-choice-aesthetic-flat-closure-after-mastectomy) [## Women with Breast Implants Should Not Need to Wait for Safety Information They Urgently Need](https://ourbodiesourselves.org/blog/women-with-breast-implants-should-not-need-to-wait-for-safety-information-they-urgently-need)Read [Many women with breast implants experience a range of complications, from ruptured implants to chronic illness. ](https://ourbodiesourselves.org/blog/women-with-breast-implants-should-not-need-to-wait-for-safety-information-they-urgently-need) [![Deflatedimplant](data:image/png;base64,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)Read](https://ourbodiesourselves.org/blog/women-with-breast-implants-should-not-need-to-wait-for-safety-information-they-urgently-need) [Many women with breast implants experience a range of complications, from ruptured implants to chronic illness. ](https://ourbodiesourselves.org/blog/women-with-breast-implants-should-not-need-to-wait-for-safety-information-they-urgently-need) [## Breast Reconstruction Options: What's Best for You?](https://ourbodiesourselves.org/blog/breast-reconstruction-options-whats-best-for-you)Read [](https://ourbodiesourselves.org/blog/breast-reconstruction-options-whats-best-for-you) [![Reconstruction 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[](https://ourbodiesourselves.org/blog/breast-reconstruction-options-whats-best-for-you) [## Breast Cancer, Breast Implants, and Me: Making Decisions and Moving Forward](https://ourbodiesourselves.org/blog/breast-cancer-breast-implants-making-decisions-moving-forward)Read [](https://ourbodiesourselves.org/blog/breast-cancer-breast-implants-making-decisions-moving-forward) [![Breast Cancer 1 IN 8 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[](https://ourbodiesourselves.org/blog/breast-cancer-breast-implants-making-decisions-moving-forward) [## In the News: Breast Implants Linked to Rare Cancer](https://ourbodiesourselves.org/blog/news-breast-implants-linked-rare-cancer)Read [Research indicates that women who get breast implants are at increased risk of a ALCL, a type of lymphoma. Here's what you need to know. ](https://ourbodiesourselves.org/blog/news-breast-implants-linked-rare-cancer) [![Breast implants in hand 01](data:image/png;base64,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)Read](https://ourbodiesourselves.org/blog/news-breast-implants-linked-rare-cancer) [Research indicates that women who get breast implants are at increased risk of a ALCL, a type of lymphoma. Here's what you need to know. ](https://ourbodiesourselves.org/blog/news-breast-implants-linked-rare-cancer) [## “No One Warned Her”: The Unexpected Effects of Breast Reconstruction](https://ourbodiesourselves.org/blog/the-unexpected-effects-of-breast-reconstruction)Read [What does it mean to create a breast that looks and feels “natural”? Are the cosmetic effects of reconstruction being promoted over the health consequences? ](https://ourbodiesourselves.org/blog/the-unexpected-effects-of-breast-reconstruction) [![10283084375 9d09849235 k](data:image/png;base64,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)Read](https://ourbodiesourselves.org/blog/the-unexpected-effects-of-breast-reconstruction) [What does it mean to create a breast that looks and feels “natural”? Are the cosmetic effects of reconstruction being promoted over the health consequences? ](https://ourbodiesourselves.org/blog/the-unexpected-effects-of-breast-reconstruction) [## To Have or Have Not: Breast Reconstruction and "Going Flat"](https://ourbodiesourselves.org/blog/to-have-or-have-not-breast-reconstruction-and-going-flat)Read [Women who decide to “go flat” aren't inherently anti-reconstruction. They're challenging the idea that having breasts is a requirement, rather than a choice. ](https://ourbodiesourselves.org/blog/to-have-or-have-not-breast-reconstruction-and-going-flat) [![Videocapture copy](data:image/png;base64,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)Read](https://ourbodiesourselves.org/blog/to-have-or-have-not-breast-reconstruction-and-going-flat) [Women who decide to “go flat” aren't inherently anti-reconstruction. They're challenging the idea that having breasts is a requirement, rather than a choice. ](https://ourbodiesourselves.org/blog/to-have-or-have-not-breast-reconstruction-and-going-flat) [## Are Breast Implants "Absolutely Safe"? OBOS Keeps Focus on Health Risks](https://ourbodiesourselves.org/blog/health-risks-breast-implants)Read [From tracking health insurance denials of breast implant removals to a film about body image, implants and safety risks, here's what we - and you - can do. ](https://ourbodiesourselves.org/blog/health-risks-breast-implants) [From tracking health insurance denials of breast implant removals to a film about body image, implants and safety risks, here's what we - and you - can do. ](https://ourbodiesourselves.org/blog/health-risks-breast-implants) [## Breast Cancer, Mastectomy and Breast Implants: A 20-Year History of Images and Attitudes](https://ourbodiesourselves.org/blog/breast-cancer-mastectomy-and-breast-implants-a-20-year-history-of-images-and-attitudes)Read [](https://ourbodiesourselves.org/blog/breast-cancer-mastectomy-and-breast-implants-a-20-year-history-of-images-and-attitudes) [](https://ourbodiesourselves.org/blog/breast-cancer-mastectomy-and-breast-implants-a-20-year-history-of-images-and-attitudes) [## Angelina Jolie, Breast Cancer, and You: How to Make the Right Decisions for YOUR Health](https://ourbodiesourselves.org/blog/the-right-decision-for-breast-cancer-treatment-its-up-to-you)Read [](https://ourbodiesourselves.org/blog/the-right-decision-for-breast-cancer-treatment-its-up-to-you) [](https://ourbodiesourselves.org/blog/the-right-decision-for-breast-cancer-treatment-its-up-to-you) [## FDA Approves Silicone Gel Breast Implant Without Public Meeting](https://ourbodiesourselves.org/blog/fda-approves-silicone-gel-breast-implant-without-public-meeting)Read [](https://ourbodiesourselves.org/blog/fda-approves-silicone-gel-breast-implant-without-public-meeting) [](https://ourbodiesourselves.org/blog/fda-approves-silicone-gel-breast-implant-without-public-meeting) [## Pittsburgh, PA Folks - check out the Women and Girls Health Weekend](https://ourbodiesourselves.org/blog/pittsburgh-pa-folks-check-out-the-women-and-girls-health-weekend)Read [](https://ourbodiesourselves.org/blog/pittsburgh-pa-folks-check-out-the-women-and-girls-health-weekend) [](https://ourbodiesourselves.org/blog/pittsburgh-pa-folks-check-out-the-women-and-girls-health-weekend) [## FDA Releases Report on Silicone Breast Implant Safety](https://ourbodiesourselves.org/blog/fda-releases-report-on-silicone-breast-implant-safety)Read [](https://ourbodiesourselves.org/blog/fda-releases-report-on-silicone-breast-implant-safety) [](https://ourbodiesourselves.org/blog/fda-releases-report-on-silicone-breast-implant-safety) [## Breast Implants and Possible Risk of Rare Cancer](https://ourbodiesourselves.org/blog/breast-implants-and-possible-risk-of-rare-cancer)Read [](https://ourbodiesourselves.org/blog/breast-implants-and-possible-risk-of-rare-cancer) [](https://ourbodiesourselves.org/blog/breast-implants-and-possible-risk-of-rare-cancer) [## Exploring the Safety of Breast Implants: Carol Ciancutti](https://ourbodiesourselves.org/blog/exploring-the-safety-of-breast-implants-carol-ciancutti-leyva)Read [](https://ourbodiesourselves.org/blog/exploring-the-safety-of-breast-implants-carol-ciancutti-leyva) [](https://ourbodiesourselves.org/blog/exploring-the-safety-of-breast-implants-carol-ciancutti-leyva) [## Special Issue on Risks of Cosmetic Surgery](https://ourbodiesourselves.org/blog/special-issue-on-risks-of-cosmetic-surgery)Read [](https://ourbodiesourselves.org/blog/special-issue-on-risks-of-cosmetic-surgery) [](https://ourbodiesourselves.org/blog/special-issue-on-risks-of-cosmetic-surgery) [## Breast Implants Should Require Informed Consent](https://ourbodiesourselves.org/blog/breast-implants-should-require-informed-consent)Read [](https://ourbodiesourselves.org/blog/breast-implants-should-require-informed-consent) [](https://ourbodiesourselves.org/blog/breast-implants-should-require-informed-consent) [## Double Dose: Chemicals in Toyland; IVF Provides Clues on Nature vs. Nurture; Recession Affects Botox Sales; Happy Valentine's Day ...](https://ourbodiesourselves.org/blog/double-dose-chemicals-in-toyland-ivf-provides-clues-on-nature-vs-nurture-recession-affects-botox-sales-happy-valentines-day)Read [](https://ourbodiesourselves.org/blog/double-dose-chemicals-in-toyland-ivf-provides-clues-on-nature-vs-nurture-recession-affects-botox-sales-happy-valentines-day) [](https://ourbodiesourselves.org/blog/double-dose-chemicals-in-toyland-ivf-provides-clues-on-nature-vs-nurture-recession-affects-botox-sales-happy-valentines-day) [## I Choose My Choice! Cosmetic Surgery and Roe v. Wade](https://ourbodiesourselves.org/blog/i-choose-my-choice-cosmetic-surgery-and-roe-v-wade)Read [](https://ourbodiesourselves.org/blog/i-choose-my-choice-cosmetic-surgery-and-roe-v-wade) [](https://ourbodiesourselves.org/blog/i-choose-my-choice-cosmetic-surgery-and-roe-v-wade) [## Double Dose: Mass. 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