Breast Implant Removal

Breast implant procedures are one of the most common procedures performed in cosmetic surgery today. There are subsequently a growing number of women who have breast implants for cosmetic or reconstructive reasons (after breast cancer surgery). With this large number of breast implants, there are certain women who choose to have their implants removed or exchanged. This is commonly due to their preference for smaller or larger implants. Another reason is tightening of the capsule around the implant which can occur occasionally. Or simply they want them removed.

Implant removal typically involves making a small incision to remove the implants. The implant is then simply removed. In certain patients who may have had their implants for many years, the resulting breasts appear “deflated” following the removal of their implants. A breast lift (mastopexy) may therefore be necessary to improve the shape of the breasts.

When replacing implants, a small incision is again made over the prior scar and the implants simply replaced with new ones. In such cases, the capsule which has formed by your body around the old implants needs to be released and enlarged to create a large pocket for the new implants. If this capsule has tightened leading to a change in breast shape, the capsule is typically removed prior to insertion on the new implants..

Your BREASTS, YOUR CHOICE!

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