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Breast explant surgery is the process of removing breast implants along with the surrounding scar tissue (capsule). It’s often done for medical reasons like implant rupture or capsular contracture, or simply because a patient has changed her mind about having implants. This procedure represents a turning point for many women: a chance to reconnect with […]

Breast explant surgery is the process of removing breast implants, usually along with the surrounding scar tissue (capsules). It’s a procedure chosen for various reasons, such as personal preference, health concerns, or certain complications. The aging process is one of the most significant factors affecting the explant surgery itself, skin healing, and final breast shape.  […]

Breast implant removal (also known as breast explant surgery) is a significant decision, and many women wonder what happens to their breast tissue afterward. Whether you’re experiencing health complications or physical discomfort, or simply prefer a more natural look, understanding the healing process is critical. Your Breast Procedure in Dallas If you are considering a […]

Breast implant-associated anaplastic large cell lymphoma (BIA-ALCL) is a rare form of cancer that develops in the scar tissue and fluid surrounding breast implants. While the overall risk of developing this condition is usually very low, it varies significantly based on the type of implant. Women with breast implants face a general risk of approximately […]

When considering breast explant surgery, it’s essential to make decisions that align with your personal aesthetic goals and health needs. For many women, choosing to undergo a breast explant with lift or a breast explant with reduction can significantly impact their final results. Understanding the benefits of each option can help you achieve the look […]

Most patients don’t really know what type of sutures are used during their procedures. During your explant procedure the incisions will be closed in multiple layers with all dissolvable sutures. That means the suture material will be broken down by the body and there will not be any permanent sutures remaining. Additionally, all the sutures […]

Many patients have concerns about having nausea after their explant surgery. A lot of these patients have had issues with nausea after previous surgical procedures. Scientific data shows patients who are at the highest risk of post op nausea vomiting are: Young Female Nonsmokers Patients with a history of nausea/vomiting with other surgeries Patients undergoing […]

Typically, at the end of every operation Dr. Rai will inject a long-acting anesthetic to try to minimize post operative pain for his patients. While this can help it is important to understand that there will still be pain present from the operation. Dr. Rai will use a long-acting anesthetic called Bupivacaine. This will typically […]

Ozempic is a glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agonist used commonly to help treat diabetes. It is used now to help with weight loss. While it does help a lot of patients lose weight, it needs to be stopped prior to your operation. Ozempic and other GLP-1 agonists work by slowing the gastric emptying, which cause […]

A breast lift (or mastopexy) is a procedure that is often done at the same time as an explant. Once the implant is removed there can be some loose skin of the breast that is no longer being filled. A breast lift accomplishes three things: It raises the nipple to a higher position on the […]