Lessons From Britney’s Breast Bills

According to Rolling Stone magazine, when Britney Spears was younger she underwent breast augmentation and then had a change of heart. She had the breast implants removed in a second surgery when it turned out that both the teeny bopper and her chest were still growing. Additional breast surgeries, called breast revisions, are as common in the world of celebrity plastic surgery as they are for the rest of us. Knowledge of the financial and time investments required for this cosmetic surgery will help you to decide if the slice is right.

Scott W. Mosser, MD, a leading San Francisco plastic surgeon, states that any responsible surgeon will tell you that there is a “very high” chance for follow up surgeries in breast augmentation. A good doctor will address the costs of breast revision and financing for the total procedure in your initial consultation. While a timeline based on statistical research and historical data is still being developed “in plain and simple terms 1 in 3 or 1 in 4 women will have additional surgery within 10 years.”

Breast surgery is far from a quick nip and tuck—make certain your have enough vacation time to accommodate the surgery or ask HR if you qualify for medical leave. (Timing can vary depending on the person and the procedure.) You can expect to take time off for recovery, follow up visits, and frequent checkups right after the surgery. Patients will continue to see their surgeon regularly during the first 3 to 6 months and then annually. After 3 years, implant manufacturers recommend annual MRIs to check implants for leaks or hardening and to monitor breast tissue development.