Removal of breast implants

Breast implant removal surgery is a procedure designed for women who wish to remove their existing breast implants.

Why Consider Breast Implant Removal?

  1. Implant Complications: Issues such as rupture, leakage, or capsular contracture (scar tissue that forms around the implant) can necessitate an exchange.
  2. Cosmetic Concerns: Some women may seek to remove their implants for aesthetic reasons or due to body changes over time.
  3. Implant Lifespan: Breast implants are not lifetime devices. The typical lifespan of implants is around 10 to 15 years, after which they may need to be removed or replaced.

Options for Breast Implant removal:

  • Implant Replacement: Switching out old implants for new ones, often with a different size or type (saline or silicone).
  • Implant Removal: Some women decide to remove their implants without replacement.
  • Mastopexy (Breast lift): Removal of implants may leave the area deflated and low. A breast lift can restore breast to higher position.
  • Fat transfer: is a natural technique using your own cells. It is a powerful tool to replace areas where fat is needed. Fat transfer has a dual benefit, both improving the donor site, and transplanting the fat to where it is needed. Fat take survives long term, studies show a retention rate long term of 50-80%.

Benefits of Breast Implant removal:

  • Improved Comfort : Old implants can become hard, displaced and shift overtime.
  • Health and Safety: Addressing potential complications from old implants enhances both health and peace of mind.

Potential Risks and Complications:

  • Surgical Risks: As with any surgery, risks include infection, bleeding, and adverse reactions to anesthesia.
  • Sensory Changes: Some patients may experience changes in nipple sensation.

Breast implant removal is a significant decision requiring careful consideration and consultation with experienced professionals. Whether you're addressing a complication or seeking an aesthetic change, understanding the process, benefits, and risks will help you make a well-informed decision.

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