Affordable Options for Saline Implant Removal?

When patient’s have deflated
saline implants, the results can be very dramatic.These implants flatten rapidly and patient’s
suddenly find themselves with significant breast asymmetry.This can create anxiety and because of this,
patient’s are eager to have this problem corrected as soon as possible.For this reason, we don’t see a lot of women
with deflated implants for prolonged periods of time.Surgeons are also eager to correct the problem as soon as
possible.They realize that with time,
the implant pocket starts to shrink.This may be accompanied by creases and folds in the deflated implant
which can cause erosions through the skin.With the passage of time, revisional surgery becomes more
difficult with a greater potential for complications.When implants are replaced early, all that’s
necessary is a simple exchange of the old deflated implant for a new one.When the empty implant is left in place for
prolonged periods of time, the implant pocket may need to be recreated because
of shrinkage. Although we recommend removal and replacement of deflated
implants at the earliest possible date, we realize this isn’t always
possible.In theory, empty saline
implants can be left in place indefinitely.Although this doesn’t help your financial question, it does buy you some
time to deal with the issue.If this
situation arises, it’s important to consult a board certified plastic surgeon
to discuss the pros and cons of leaving a deflated saline implant in place.

If you have a deflated saline breast implant on one side, you could undergo an in-office deflation of the other side to give better symmetry.  Ultimately you will require removal of both implants, which could be done under local anesthesia with some mild IV sedation. The total cost could vary between 2500-4000 depending on the anesthesia fees, operating/facility fees, etc.

There are no health risks of leaving a deflated saline implant in place.

Best wishes,

Dr.Bruno