Breast Implant Removal

Breast Implant Removal
Breast Implant Removal & Lift
Aesthetic Breast Reconstruction after Breast Implant Removal
You loved your breast implants once, and probably never thought you would want to have them removed when you decided to have breast augmentation surgery. The truth is, there are an increasing number of women that are seeking treatment for breast implant removal and lift by HKB. Reasons for wanting breast implant removal and lift include breast implant Illness, recurrent capsular contracture, lifestyle changes, or simply personal preference. No matter what your reason for seeking breast implant removal and lift surgery, our surgeons will work with you to determine the best procedure to achieve an aesthetically pleasing outcome for your new breasts.
Breast implant removal alone may result in loose, sagging breast tissue and may require additional procedures to achieve your ideal breast shape. HKB offers breast reconstruction, breast implant removal and lift in Charlotte, NC to help you achieve your desired look.
You loved your breast implants once, and probably never thought you would want to have them removed when you decided to have breast augmentation surgery. The truth is, there are an increasing number of women that are seeking treatment for breast implant removal and lift by HKB. Reasons for wanting breast implant removal and lift include breast implant Illness, recurrent capsular contracture, lifestyle changes, or simply personal preference. No matter what your reason for seeking breast implant removal and lift surgery, our surgeons will work with you to determine the best procedure to achieve an aesthetically pleasing outcome for your new breasts.
Breast implant removal alone may result in loose, sagging breast tissue and may require additional procedures to achieve your ideal breast shape. HKB offers breast reconstruction, breast implant removal and lift in Charlotte, NC to help you achieve your desired look.
Breast Implant Removal and Lift Process
Understanding the total capsulectomy and en bloc procedures requires familiarity with the capsule, which is the scar tissue that forms around an implant. This is a natural reaction of the body and, in most cases, will not change the way your implants look or feel. When removing breast implants, the capsule must always be taken into consideration.
Breast implant removal with total capsulectomy en bloc can facilitate ideal healing and tissue recovery. When capsulectomy is done en bloc, the entire capsule and implant are removed as a single unit. The implant stays within the capsule during the entire procedure. Our surgeons remove the capsule en bloc when it is safe and appropriate for the patient, but it is important to note, it is not possible in all explantation cases.
Breast Implant Removal & En Bloc Capsulectomy
Being informed about the implant removal process can help you plan for treatment and ultimately decide if this is an option you’d like to pursue. This procedure is very different than the original procedure you had for the breast augmentation.
Breast Explantation with total en bloc capsulectomies is performed under general anesthesia and usually takes between one to three hours. The timing depends on which procedures are being performed. Patients may simply undergo explant with en bloc capsulectomies, or the patient may decide to have a breast lift (mastopexy) and possible fat grafting as well which would make the procedure take longer. A typical explant with total capsulectomies usually takes 1.5 hours. An explant with total capsulectomies and breast lift usually takes 2-2.5 hrs. An explant with total capulectomies, breast lift, and fat grafting takes 2.5-3hrs.
The procedure of explant with total capsulectomies involves making an incision through the skin, usually through the existing scar in the inframammary fold (base of the breast). The incision is longer than the original incision to help us perform a safe and effective procedure. We carefully dissect down to he capsule around the implant, and separate the capsule from the surrounding tissue (breast, chest wall, and pectorals muscle) and removed the entire capsule. This is done in every attempt in an en bloc fashion, with the capsule intact and the implant inside, but at times with a total capsulectomy is performed if there is a patch that is too adherent to the chest wall. In these cases everything is removed all together and anything that was still left behind is then removed with aggressive scrapping, electrocautery, and other resection techniques without causing potential harm to our patients. At the end of the procedure both the implant and capsule is removed from your body in one operation.
Reconstruction Options after Breast Implant Removal
Once the implant is removed, the breasts may look deflated. The skin and breast tissues have stretched to accommodate the breast implant, and without it, the breast appearance will be droopy and flattened. The larger the implant, the more extreme its effect will be on the breast tissues.
Once the implant and capsules are removed, the next step in the surgery will depend on what you and your surgeon have decided during your consultation for reconstruction. This is a personal decision. Additional procedures are not necessary but many women not only want their implants out but they also desire to have an aesthetic breast that they are confident with. This discussion may include whether you’d like to increase volume with fat transfer or if a lift to reposition your existing breast tissue to help meet your aesthetic goals. These procedures reshape the breast after breast implant removal. A breast implant removal and lift may be performed separately or combined, depending on your aesthetic goals and your surgeon’s recommendations.
Breast Implant
Removal & Lift
Recovery
Your amount of downtime and recovery after breast implant removal and lift will be dependent on what type of reconstruction you choose. The average amount of time a patient takes off work after cosmetic breast surgery is one week. During this time, you’ll experience some swelling, bruising, and discomfort. You will wear a support bra and have drains to aid healing . You should have a friend or family member available to drive you to and from surgery and stay with you for a few days following surgery. Avoiding strenuous exercise or anything that may strain your upper body is recommended for at least a month post-surgery, and women are urged to sleep on their backs until advised otherwise.
Our surgeons have performed many breast implant removals and are available to answer any of your questions about the procedure or recovery process.

Breast Implant Removal and Reconstruction FAQs
We know that preparing for breast explant surgery usually involves numerous questions. We encourage all potential patients to schedule a consultation so they can receive personalized answers to their breast implant removal questions. Find answers to some of our most frequently asked questions about breast implant removal below.
The Importance of Having Breast Reconstruction Completed by an Expert
Breast implant removal and lift and reconstruction are a delicate process and should only be performed by board-certified plastic surgeons who are experienced in the operation. At HKB, our surgeons are board-certified and have performed thousands of breast surgeries. No matter which surgeon performs your procedure, you will receive the highest quality patient care and individualized attention.
If you plan to have your breast implants removed, it’s important to realize that other work may be necessary to ensure your breasts have the right shape and amount of fullness you were hoping for. When you consult with the surgeons at HKB, you will be able to ask questions about the different types of reconstruction as well as learn which options are best for you depending on your desired results. Book your consultation today to learn more!