Preventing Infection After Breast Implant or Expander: Precautions to take - 05/2025

Preventing Infection After Breast Implant or Expander: Precautions to take
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Abstract

This handout for people who have had a breast implant or expander procedure. It explains important instructions for taking antibiotics before having dental work or certain medical procedures.

Author
Reconstructive Surgery
Publisher
University of Washington Medical Center
Date Published (original date)
2015
Revision Date
05/2025
General Subject
Health Promotion & Disease Prevention
Patient Care Procedures & Instructions
Specific Subject/Keyword
Antibiotics
Bacterial Infections
Breast Implants
Reconstructive Surgery
Surgery
Languages
English
PE Number
PE1233