It is technically possible to remove silicone gel implants under local anesthesia, however given your buyer's remorse at having them, you should anticipate some issues, some of which include: a) hanging "tough" during the procedure, as you will be an alert participant in your surgery; b) making... more
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What can one expect from Breast implant removal?
Recovery? Pain? I was told by my surgeon that he could remove them under straight local. They are not ruptured. Is this true? I'm 30 years old. I had silicone 400cc breast implants placed 3 years ago.
I was a fuller A cup and went up to a DD (against my wishes, I wanted a C) I'm a very active person and have hated them ever since. I do not wish to have them replaced in fear of future surgery, problems, etc. It was an unfortunate circumstance that I just want erased from my history.
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A: Breast Implant Removal
Dear Becky, Yes. Some women can tolerate removal of breast implants under local anesthesia's. No. Much as you may want to, this "unfortunate circumstance" cannot simply be just "erased" from your memory. You must be aware of several considerations. Removing... more
A: There will be changes from the implants
It is possible to remove breast implants under local anesthesia but it takes understanding on your part. You need to think about what your breast shape will be after removal as well. Chances are they will not look like they did before the augmentation because of tissue stretching. I'm not trying... more
Breast implant removal before & after photos
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