Capsule Cutting • This patient had 30+ year old, 400cc silicone breast implants that were placed over the muscle.
This patient presented with complaints of CONSTANT pain, capsular contracture, and symptoms consistent with BII. Upon removal, both implants were badly ruptured. The capsules were thickened and very calcified. VIEW NOW
Breast Implant Removal and Replacement
Showcasing a remarkable 2-month post-op outcome for a mother of three with significant breast asymmetry. We addressed it by replacing old implants with new ones, resulting in improved symmetry and an aesthetically pleasing shape. VIEW NOW
Capsule cutting-ruptured silicone implants x2
This patient had 275cc silicone breast implants that were placed over the muscle in 2008. She presented with symptoms consistent with BII and pain. Upon removal, both implants were found to be ruptured (unknown to the patient prior to explant). VIEW NOW
Silicone Breast Implant
Dr. Haydon only uses silicone based breast implants on his breast surgery patients because they maintain their cohesiveness over time, vs. a saline breast implant. View the video for more information! VIEW NOW
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Breast Implant Capsulectomy - En Bloc Technique
Dr. Leverett used the en bloc technique to remove the capsule that surrounded the breast implant in one piece. In the video, he is opening the capsule to show how it surrounds the implant inside. VIEW NOW
Patient Testimonial Joy Corrigan Part 2
I’m so beyond grateful for the unbelievable support from everyone so far! I was terrified to go into surgery, but as soon as it was done there was a huge sense of relief and freedom. I instantly knew that I made the right choice… VIEW NOW
Explant Testimonial Joy Corrigan
Here I am to share my experience with all of you, and I hope to spread awareness about Breast Implant Illness to women and shed light on the truth of the implant/explant process. VIEW NOW
En Bloc Capsulectomy with Dr. Jewell
In this video I remove an implant and its surrounding scar tissue (capsule) in one piece (en bloc) to avoid spilling silicone within the surgical site. Interested in en bloc capsulectomy? Call (310) 784-0644 for a consultation with Dr. Jewell today! VIEW NOW
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Dr. Katzen Removes and Replaces Breast Implants
Today's patient previously had saline implants and one of the implants ruptured, and her breast has lost its shape. Dr. Katzen removes the previous implants and replaces them with FDA-Approved silicone breast implants VIEW NOW
En Bloc Capsulectomy Removal / Explant / Implant Removal
Dr. Leverett removed the encapsulated implant using the en bloc technique. After it is removed, he opens the capsule to show how it surrounds the breast implant. VIEW NOW
Silicone implant removal and capsulectomy
In this video I am removing silicone breast implants and the capsule that forms around the implants. On the right, I remove the implant and capsule together (en bloc capsulectomy). On the left, I remove the ruptured implant and capsule separately. VIEW NOW
Opening a breast implant capsule
In this video, I open the scar tissue that covers the implant (capsule) to reveal the breast implant. The implant is not ruptured and is soft, but the scar tissue was contracted and calcified which made the breast feel firm and look abnormal. VIEW NOW
Saline Implant Deflation (prior to removal or exchange)
She can decide to remove the empty implants, or try on new implant sizers and see what size she wants to be now. No matter what, the empty saline implants will always be removed - we will not deflate implants and leave them in. VIEW NOW
14 Months Post Breast Explant Surgery
After surgery I told my husband "I can breathe again" and tears streamed down my face. I got my health back. It's been 14 months since l've had mine out and I'm happy I made that choice! Thank you to my amazing support system and Dr. Rankin VIEW NOW
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