A breast explant procedure can be used to safely remove a patient’s breast implants and surrounding scar tissue. Typically, this procedure is done through an incision at the bottom of the breast crease (inframammary fold). As a result of this, it will be necessary to practice proper aftercare for post-surgical scars.
The options for aftercare vary from silicone bandages and retinol creams to laser treatments. Here is more info regarding some of the available options you can choose from.
Silicone Sheeting and Bandages
Silicone sheeting and bandages are known for reducing post-surgical scars. The material is very straightforward—it’s a gel-like sheet or bandage […]
A number of complications can occur following breast augmentation surgery. One common complication is called capsular contracture. This condition can be painful and may lead to distortion of the breasts’ appearance. A breast explant procedure can remove implants while effectively resolving capsular contracture.
What Is Capsular Contracture?
When a breast implant is placed inside the chest tissues, the body recognizes it as a foreign object. As part of the body’s natural healing and integration process, the tissues form a scar-tissue covering around the implant. This scar-tissue covering is called a capsule.
In certain cases, the scar-tissue capsule may form in a way […]
1. Medical Complications
When medical complications occur after a breast augmentation procedure, breast explant surgery is an effective solution. Everyone’s body is built differently. Some people develop thick scar tissue during the healing process after breast augmentation. This complication is commonly known as capsular contracture.
Capsular contracture happens when breasts look misshapen or unnatural after breast augmentation. The scar tissue that develops will begin to feel painful or uncomfortable. Patients should look out for firmness, tightness, asymmetry, and a higher-than-usual position of the breasts.
Another complication from breast augmentation can happen when breast implants rupture and leak. The signs of breast implant […]
Breast implant removal and capsulectomy requires recovery time, and it’s best to be aware of the details of the recovery process. To help you be as physically and emotionally prepared as possible for your procedure, we’ve created this breast implant removal recovery timeline.
Week 1
After breast explant surgery (breast implant removal), you will need to focus completely on recovery. This initial recovery period will create a strong foundation for optimal results. Breast explant patients must take at least five to seven days off work to rest and recover.
Patients will need to wear an ACE bandage after the procedure to reduce swelling. […]
At the Cosmetic Surgy Center, we pair breast implant removal with mastopexy surgery to achieve an attractive lift. This is an ideal option for patients who are unhappy with their breast implants and also want to address sagging and asymmetry.
Why Combine a Breast Implant Removal with a Breast Lift?
After breast implants are removed, patients may assume that the breasts revert back to their original appearance. However, this is not typically the case. The new volume created by implants causes the skin to stretch to accommodate it. The weight of the implants can also lead to sagging. Additionally, changes may occur […]
There are several reasons why patients undergo breast explant surgery in Dallas. These can be categorized as medical or personal reasons. Women may need to get their breast implants removed if they develop leaks or lead to complications. Others want to have breast implant removal because their priorities or personal preferences have changed.
Reasons for Breast Implant Removal
There are certain conditions that necessitate removal of breast implants. Over the years, the scar tissue around the implants may harden in a process called capsular contracture. Capsular contracture can cause pain and discomfort in the breasts, since it compresses the implant. It […]
If you are experiencing issues as a result of your breast augmentation such as an implant rupture or capsular contracture, it may be necessary to undergo breast explant surgery to properly address the issue. Breast explant surgery can involve surgically removing a ruptured implant so that it can be replaced or removing the entire capsule that has formed around the implant. In either case, incisions will need to be made around the breast to allow access to the implant.
A common question many people have when it comes to breast explant surgery is if there will be large visible scars following […]
With any surgery, there may be a certain sense of anxiety that can settle in the closer the date comes to the actual procedure. At Cosmetic Surgery Center, we want to make sure our patients are as prepared as possible for their breast explant surgery to help them feel as calm and ready as they can when the day comes. Knowing what to expect the day of can help to accomplish this.
Your Consultation
During your consultation, Dr. Rai will go over the details of the procedure and will answer any questions you may have about breast explant surgery. A physical exam […]
While breast augmentation is a cosmetic procedure designed to enhance the shape, size, and overall appearance of the breast, it is important to note that they also have a physical impact on the patient following the procedure. Patients who desire a significant increase in breast size through breast augmentation can find that the increased weight and strain the new breast implants place on their bodies can lead to the development of several issues.
The weight of large breast implants can place a lot of muscles and joint strain on areas like the shoulder, neck, back, and chest. Having to constantly carry […]
When it comes to any cosmetic procedure, the consultation process is an essential step. Your breast explant consultation provides you with the chance to explain the particular issues you have with your breast implants and your reasons for wanting them removed. It also is the perfect time to ask any questions you may have about what to expect during the surgery, what the recovery will be like, and how much your breast explant procedure will cost.
Before you even schedule a consultation, you should make sure that the surgeon you are interested in meeting with is a board-certified plastic surgeon. This […]
