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Navy: Not considered disqualifying provided a minimum of six weeks has elapsed since the surgery. Civilian: In the civilian sector there are no particular policies as regards breast implants. The airman should report the surgical procedure as they are asked to report any visit to a health care individual.
Do breast implants disqualify you from military?
Yes you may become a soldier in the US Army. Implants or not, you must go thru a physical by a MEPS military entrance prep station, upon passing the physical and the ASVAB you will be talking to a meps recruiter to go over your enlistment packet. The augmentation must be completely healed and without problems.
Can you join the military with implants?
Undergoing active corrective treatments like veneers or dental implants will prevent you from joining the military, but you may be able to join through the delayed entry program. Certain teeth conditions will not bar you from entry into the military if you have signed a waiver.
How long does MEPS keep your records?
If an applicant processes but chooses not to enlist, the MEPS retains the records for two years. If an applicant is disqualified the MEPS retains the records for seven years.
Will the military pay for cosmetic surgery?
Like most medical care, necessary plastic surgery is provided free by Tricare, the Defense Department agency that manages military health care benefits. Plastic surgery deemed cosmetic must be paid by patients out of pocket, similar to medical insurance practices in the civilian world.
Can cosmetic surgery disqualify you from the military?
“Solely cosmetic surgery for an active-duty Airman requires no payment unless cosmetic implants are part of the procedure; the implants are paid for by the Airman prior to surgery.” No surgery is done on active-duty members for weight reduction, Doctor Legan said.
Does MEPS see your medical records?
Lying at MEPS about medical or mental health history is a really bad idea with serious consequences, as stated on the Army enlistment contract you sign. Because the military does not routinely pull medical records, recruits who pass their physical and reveal no prior history may get in.
I hate to be the bearer of bad news, but the rumor that every military wife or dependent gets free plastic surgery just for being affiliated with the military is completely false.