Breast Implant Removal

You may be a good candidate if you are experiencing:

Aesthetic Preferences

• Desire to return to a natural breast size
• Changes in lifestyle or personal goals
• Dissatisfaction with implant appearance over time

Physical or Medical Reasons

• Breast discomfort or heaviness
• Implant rupture or leakage
• Capsular contracture (scar tissue tightening around the implant)
• Implant malposition (shifting or dropping of the implant)
• Breast changes after pregnancy, weight fluctuations, or aging

General Requirements

• Good overall health
• Healthy and stable weight
• Non-smoker or willing to stop before and after surgery
• Realistic expectations about post-explant appearance

If needed, implant removal can be combined with a breast lift or fat grafting to enhance shape and maintain youthful contour.

Your surgeon will recommend the best approach based on your anatomy, implant type, and goals.

1. Simple Implant Removal (Explantation)
   The implants are removed through the original incision whenever possible.
 Ideal for patients with good skin elasticity and minimal sagging.
2. Implant Removal with Capsulectomy
   Removal of scar tissue (capsule) surrounding the implant.

   Options include:
   • Partial capsulectomy – removal of thickened or problematic areas
   • Total capsulectomy – removal of the entire capsule
   • En bloc capsulectomy – the implant and capsule are removed as one unit (performed only when medically appropriate)

3. Implant Removal with Breast Lift (Explant + Mastopexy)
   Recommended if breasts show sagging or deflation after implant removal. A lift reshapes and raises the breast for a firmer, more youthful contour.
4. Implant Removal with Fat Transfer
   Natural fat grafting can restore volume and shape using your own fat. Ideal for women seeking a subtle, natural enhancement after explantation.

1. Anesthesia
   Performed under general anesthesia for comfort and safety.
2. Incision Placement
   Whenever possible, your surgeon will use your previous incision lines to minimize new scarring.
3. Implant Removal
   Implants are safely removed, along with any necessary scar tissue corrections.
4. Reshaping (If Needed)
   Your surgeon may:
   • Lift the breast
   • Tighten the skin
   • Add fat grafting to enhance contour
5. Closing & Support
   Incisions are closed with dissolvable sutures, and a compression bra is applied to support healing.

Early Recovery

• Mild swelling, tightness, or discomfort is normal
• Pain is manageable with prescribed medications
• Light activities may resume within 2 to 3 weeks
• Compression bra must be worn for 8 weeks

Activity Guidelines

• Avoid heavy lifting and strenuous activity for 6–8 weeks
• Sleep on your back during initial healing (4 weeks)
• Follow-up visits ensure proper healing and breast shape settling

Final Results

• Initial changes are visible immediately
• Breasts continue to settle and refine over 3-6 months
• Results are long-lasting, especially with stable weight

Implant removal often brings relief from physical symptoms and greater comfort in daily life.

You may experience:

• A more natural breast appearance and feel
• Relief from discomfort or heaviness
• Correction of implant-related complications
• Improved symmetry and breast position (with optional lift)
• Greater ease in physical activity

Peace of mind and renewed confidence

Our explant specialists at FormetricSurgery offer:

• Expertise in complex breast explant and reconstructive techniques
• Individualized surgical planning tailored to your anatomy and goals
• Safe, modern surgical environment
• Attention to natural aesthetics for balanced, harmonious outcomes
• Comprehensive care from consultation through full recovery

Our goal is to help you feel comfortable, confident, and authentically yourself.