Breast Implant Removal: Safe and Professional Surgery.

Recovery time varies depending on the type of procedure. Generally, it is recommended to wait 1 to 2 weeks before returning to normal activities.

The cost varies depending on the type of procedure, the surgeon, and the location.

One of the most common questions is how the breasts will look after the implants are removed. After explantation, the breast shape will depend on the amount of natural breast tissue and skin elasticity. In some cases, the breasts may appear smaller or sagging, especially if the implants were large or had been in place for a long time. However, many patients choose to undergo a breast lift (mastopexy) during the same procedure to enhance the breast shape and achieve a more aesthetically pleasing result.

The risks associated with breast implant removal include:

It depends on the size of the implant and the elasticity of your skin. In some cases, the skin naturally retracts; in others, an additional procedure, such as a breast lift, may be necessary.

Not always. Capsule removal (capsulectomy) is necessary if there is capsular contracture, implant rupture, or other specific concerns. Your surgeon will evaluate whether removal is needed.

Implants are not lifetime devices. Regular check-ups are recommended, and replacement or removal should be considered if issues such as rupture or capsular contracture occur.

Yes, if you wish to maintain breast volume, you can opt to replace the implants with new ones during the same procedure.

In some cases, yes. However, it depends on how much the tissues were stretched by the implants and your skin's ability to retract.

Yes, it is normal for breasts to appear saggy after breast implant removal, especially if the implants were large or had been in place for a long time. Removing the implants causes the skin and tissues to lose the internal support the implant provided. Prolonged stretching may make natural skin retraction difficult, resulting in sagging or an empty appearance. Other factors, such as skin quality, age, pregnancy, or significant weight changes, also play a role.

The difference lies in the extent of the surgical intervention and the aesthetic outcomes: Simple explantation involves removing the breast implants without making additional changes to the breast structure. It is ideal for patients with good skin quality that can naturally adapt to the loss of volume or for those who prefer a more natural result even if the breasts are less firm. In this procedure, the surgeon focuses only on implant removal and, if necessary, removing the periprosthetic capsule. It is a less complex procedure with a shorter recovery time but does not address sagging or excess skin that may remain after implant removal.