Breast Implant Removal
in Beverly Hills
Why Choose Nazarian Plastic Surgery for Breast Implant Removal?
Experience a higher level of care with board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Sheila Nazarian. Dr Nazarian’s work is featured on the Emmy-nominated Netflix series Skin Decision, where you can witness the transformative results she delivers for her patients.
If your breast implants are causing problems or you're simply ready for a change, it may be time to pursue removal. Working with the right surgeon is essential to achieving a result that merges improved wellness with aesthetic enhancement. At Nazarian Plastic Surgery in Beverly Hills, safety, precision, and patient-centered care are our watchwords. All surgical procedures are performed in our fully accredited on-site surgery center for the safest and most seamless experience possible. Read on to learn about your options, or schedule your consultation with Dr. Sheila Nazarian today.
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Breast Implant Removal Before & Afters
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Breast Implant Removal at a Glance
- Purpose. Performed for cosmetic reasons or to address implant rupture, capsular contracture, or breast implant illness.
- Procedure. Removes all scar tissue and implant material while giving an aesthetically pleasing result.
- Tailored options. Can be combined with implant exchange, breast lift, or fat grafting augmentation.
- Recovery. 1-2 weeks of downtime and 4-6 weeks before resuming strenuous exercise.
- Results. May provide aesthetic, psychological, and health benefits.
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What Is Breast Implant Removal?
The surgical procedure known as explant surgery or implant removal is performed when breast implants are no longer desired, or they are causing problems. The surgery focuses on removing breast implants along with any scar tissue or any implant material that may have ruptured and leaked into surrounding tissues. Whether you're looking to replace old breast implants, address complications, or simply return to a more natural look, breast implant removal surgery can be a pivotal step in achieving better health, wellness, and confidence.
Designed Around Your Needs
Am I a Candidate for Breast Implant Removal?
The reasons for choosing to remove your breast implants range from changes in personal preferences to medical complications. If you're experiencing complications with your breast implants, feeling dissatisfied with their appearance, or simply wish to return to your natural breast size, you may be a candidate for breast implant removal. Dr. Nazarian, will evaluate your individual case and discuss the best course of action. This process will include medical evaluation to diagnose issues like capsular contracture, rupture, or possible symptoms of breast implant illness.
Possible reasons for breast implant removal:
Change in aesthetic preferences.
Some patients wish to return to their natural breast size or exchange their old implants for new implants of a different material, size, or shape.
Capsular contracture.
When too much scar tissue builds up around your implants, it creates a thick capsule. This capsule puts pressure on the implant, potentially causing discomfort or pain, distortion of breast shape, or implant rupture.
Breast implant rupture.
Breast implant rupture occurs when the outer shell of the implant tears or develops a hole, causing the filling material to leak out. This can occur with both silicone and saline implants.
Unsatisfactory result from a previous breast implant surgery.
If a previous augmentation surgery provided unsatisfactory results, Dr. Nazarian will create a customized treatment plan to help you achieve your breast enhancement goals.
Meticulous Approaches
What Is the Breast Implant Removal Procedure Like?
Our team goes above and beyond to make your breast implant removal surgery as comfortable and seamless as possible, from pre-operative planning to full recovery. All surgeries are performed in our fully equipped onsite surgery center. Explant surgery is typically performed as an outpatient procedure using general anesthesia.
In most cases, Dr. Nazarian will create surgical incisions in the same locations as the incisions from the previous implant surgery to minimize visible scarring. She then removes the implants, any capsule that has formed from thickened scar tissue, and any leaked implant material.
Two main approaches are used in implant removal surgery:
En bloc capsulectomy. The implant and surrounding capsule (scar tissue) are removed in one piece. This technique may be used when the patient is having symptoms of breast implant illness because it ensures no contact between the implant material and surrounding tissues. If the capsule is too thin, en bloc capsulectomy may not be possible.
Total capsulectomy. The implant and capsule are completely removed, but they are taken out separately. The scar tissue may be excised in sections rather than all at once. The focus is on excising the capsule while leaving the implant intact.
Our team's meticulous techniques ensure the complete removal of all scar and implant tissue. Once Dr. Nazarian completes the surgery, the incisions are carefully closed. Our team will then monitor you in a private recovery suite until the general anesthesia has worn off to ensure your safety and comfort before your return home.
Health, Beauty, and Confidence
Can Breast Implant Removal Be Combined With Other Procedures?
Absolutely. Patients may combine breast implant removal surgery with other procedures to achieve their desired aesthetic goals. Some common procedures that are combined with breast implant removal include:
Implant exchange.
If desired, the old implants can be exchanged with new ones to achieve your aesthetic goals for your breasts.
Breast lift (mastopexy).
If you're experiencing sagging or ptosis of the breasts after your implants are removed, a breast lift can help to reshape and elevate the breasts for a more youthful appearance.
Breast reduction.
For patients who desire a smaller breast size or are experiencing discomfort due to large breasts, a breast reduction can be performed simultaneously with implant removal to achieve a more proportionate and balanced appearance.
Fat transfer (autologous fat grafting).
Fat transfer involves removing excess fat from one area of the body (such as the abdomen or thighs) and transferring it to the breasts to enhance volume and contour. This procedure can be combined with implant removal to achieve natural-looking results without the need for implants. See our breast augmentation page for details on this approach.
Nipple/Areola Reconstruction.
In cases where the nipples or areolas have been affected by previous breast implant surgery, nipple or areola reconstruction can be performed at the same time as implant removal to restore symmetry and aesthetics.
Body Contouring Procedures:
Depending on your individual goals and concerns, procedures such as liposuction, a tummy tuck (abdominoplasty), body lift, or thigh lift may be combined with breast implant removal to enhance overall body contour and proportions.
Dr. Nazarian will work with you to create a treatment plan that helps you meet your comprehensive aesthetic goals.
Feel Good Again
What Are the Benefits of Breast Implant Removal?
- Restore the natural appearance and feel of your breasts
- Alleviate discomfort or pain associated with implants
- Treat symptoms of capsular contracture, breast implant removal, or breast implant illness
- Enhance overall body confidence and self-image
Breast Implant Removal Recovery
Following the procedure, you'll receive detailed instructions on how to care for yourself during the recovery period. It's essential to follow post-operative guidelines to ensure optimal healing and results. Most patients will need one two to weeks of downtime and four to six weeks away from strenuous exercise or heavy lifting. Dr. Nazarian will check how your breasts are healing at post-operative appointments and remain on hand to guide you through this process.
Breast Implant Removal Results
Results of breast implant removal are typically noticeable immediately after surgery, with final results becoming more apparent as swelling subsides. After implant removal, patients may achieve better comfort in their bodies, a stronger self-image, and relief from any symptoms of breast implant complications. Achieve your most naturally beautiful breasts and body proportions with breast implant removal.
Breast Implant Removal
Frequently Asked Questions
Overall procedure time depends on the details of your surgery. In most cases, the implant removal procedure takes a few hours. Patients can usually return home the same day with a friend or family member to drive them.
Whether drains are needed after breast implants are removed depends on factors like the surgical technique used, the extent of tissue manipulation, and individual patient factors. In some cases, drains are placed to remove excess fluid or blood from the surgical site to promote healing and reduce the risk of complications such as seroma (accumulation of fluid). However, not all patients require drains after surgery.
Dr. Nazarian will determine whether drains are necessary based on factors such as the size of the implants, the condition of the breast tissue, and your overall health. It's essential to discuss this during your pre-operative consultations so you can understand the plan for your surgery and what to expect during recovery.
After your breast implants are removed, the surrounding tissue may change in size, shape, and elasticity. Skin may appear looser, potentially leading to mild to moderate breast sagging. Differences in breast symmetry may become more apparent post-removal. Breast tissue density may also change, affecting mammogram interpretation. Formation of a new scar tissue capsule is possible after removal. To achieve the best cosmetic result, some patients may decide to have a breast lift, implant exchange, or fat grafting to restore a more pleasing size and contours in their breasts.
