Can you see breast implants on airport security?


Can you see breast implants on airport security? Newer airport security body scanners detect all objects between the scanner and the skin, and while they are able to recognize clothing, they are unable to identify silicone breast forms. If you are wearing a prosthesis it could therefore trigger an alarm.


Do implants show up on airport scanners?

Dental Implants and Full-Body Scanners Backscatter machines use low-level radiation, similar to the radiation that makes X-Rays possible. Both types of scanners may detect your dental implants. However, the TSA agent reviewing the images is unlikely to flag you.


Can I fly with an implant?

We suggest you wait 10–14 days before traveling if you have several dental implants or a more complicated procedure. It just means that there are potential problems that can come up and cause disruption, not that you cannot fly.


Does silicone set off airport security?

Airport security body scanners detect all objects between the scanner and the skin; and whilst they are able to recognise clothing they are unable to identify silicone breast forms. If you are wearing a prosthesis it could therefore trigger an alarm.


What happens to breast implants when you fly?

Finally, if you're wondering about the effects of flying on your implants themselves, not to worry: Any slight contraction or expansion of the shell due to changes in cabin pressure is merely temporary.