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“Fluffing” is a term used to describe how the breast changes and improves after an explant surgery. An explant procedure is removal of a breast implant. It causes an immediate deflation in the breast that can often cause contour changes or deflation of the breast. This can be dramatic in some patients (especially patients with […]

For many women, breast implants may no longer align with their lifestyle or health goals. Whether due to complications, aesthetic changes, or simply a personal choice, breast explant surgery has become increasingly popular. One method that’s gaining traction is breast explant with fat transfer. This procedure involves removing the implants and using a patient’s own […]

Patient safety is very important to Dr. Rai and his staff. He understands that surgery can be very scary to patients. We try to reassure patients that they have a great team around them that cares about them and their safety. Here are ways we try to make the surgical experience as safe and comfortable […]

Surgical drains are used to drain spaces within the body. Once a capsulectomy is performed it creates a space within the breast where the previous implant was located. The body produces some fluid (initially bloody fluid) to fill this space. The drains serve several purposes and are important to optimizing the outcome of the surgery. […]

Considering Breast Explant with Lift with Dr. Rai As women age, the natural changes in their bodies, including hormonal shifts and skin elasticity loss, can influence their satisfaction with breast implants. For older women, opting for a breast explant with a lift can offer a refreshing transformation, restoring a more natural appearance and addressing the […]

Removing a patient’s breast implants (also known as breast explant surgery) is not always completed on its own. This procedure will often be combined with a breast lift to maintain an aesthetically pleasing look. There are numerous benefits to performing a breast implant removal and lift simultaneously, such as to: Reorient the nipples to a […]

Breast explant with lift or reduction is often driven by various factors such as health concerns, lifestyle changes, or shifts in aesthetic preferences. Personalizing your breast explant procedure means that the results align perfectly with your unique anatomy and individual goals. At the Cosmetic Surgical Center, Dr. Rai prioritizes personalized treatment plans to provide the […]

Some of our patients travel a great distance for their surgery. They often return home shortly after their surgery and cannot physically come back to Dallas for their post op visits or drain removal. While Dr. Rai prefers to remove the surgical drains himself, some patients can have their surgical drains removed closer to their […]

Does it make a difference if my implants are above or below the muscle? If the implants are above the muscle (subglandular): Advantages: -Generally, the capsules are easier to remove and easier to remove en bloc -The procedure is generally less painful to the patient -The drains generally do not drain as much and can […]

A breast lift involves tightening up the skin of the breast around the new smaller breast size. It is done for three main reasons: 1. To lift the nipple in a higher position on the breast 2. To decrease the size of the areolar pigment 3. The tighten up the lower part of the breast […]