Breast Implant Removal Under Local Anesthesia?

Typically, breast implant #removal or #explant surgery is done with the patient under #anesthesia. However, many patients report the recovery and healing is much more easier than the original breast augmentation procedure.  Often local #anesthetic is also injected into the original scar which provides further comfort throughout the procedure and following. They also report little to no pain and the post-op recovery is about 2 hours before being released. It is also crucial that you work with a board certified plastic surgeon highly trained in #cosmetic breast surgery for your procedure and to discuss any concerns you have at length. 

It may be possible to have this done under local anesthesia.  Depending on the signs,it may require at least sedation or even general anesthesia.  Discuss the options with your surgeon.  Best wishes!

Thank you for your question.  It is possible to remove your implant under local if your plastic surgeon has the setup to do so in the office or if you go back to the surgical facility.  In general, if you have an infection, you may have increased tenderness on the affected side, so I would discuss with your surgeon how comfortable you will be with straight local versus the risks of general anesthesia or IV sedation.