Stamford Doctors

Asymmetrical Breast Following Implant Removal

I had my implants removed about 6 weeks ago. It was a personal choice as I felt I was too big. As my breasts are starting to come back I noticed that I have one breast slightly bigger than the other. I had a lift prior to implants and my breast were the same size. Are they recovering at different speeds, or am I most likely going to have 2 different size breasts? Thanks

Breast asymmetry six weeks after breast implant removal is too early in the process to be a concern.

The amount of swelling in the breasts is not likely to be equal and may be the primary reason for the difference in the early healing period.

You should notice improvement over the next several months.

I suggest that you have a follow-up visit with your board certified plastic surgeon to discuss your concerns.

Fredrick A. Valauri, MD

New York Plastic Surgeon

Breast Implants Removal Under Local Anesthesia - Is It Safe? Any Pain?

I was told by my surgeon that he could remove my silicone implants under straight local. Is this procedures safe, will there be any pain,Recovery, and how long is the procedure? I had silicone 450cc breast implants placed 10 days ago, against my wishes cause I wanted a B. I was a fuller C cup and wanted to reduce my size, but ended up to a DD (against my wishes). I'm a very active person and have hated them ever since.

Yes, breast implants can be removed under local anesthesia 10 days after breast augmentation surgery.  The wound will not be strong and, therefore, the breast implant removal should be relatively easy.

Fredrick A. Valauri, MD

New York Plastic Surgeon

How Much Time Has to Pass to Get Breast Implant Removal?

i have 12 weeks with my silicone breast implant but i really dont like them and i want to take them off how long do i have to wait?

Your breast implants can be removed as soon as you decide to do so.

However, you should have a thorough discussion with your plastic surgeon about your concerns, and the consequences of breast implant removal surgery.

If you still feel that your want your breast implants removed, you will then have made an informed decision to do so. 

Fredrick A. Valauri, MD

New York Plastic Surgeon