Breast Implant Removal: Q&A
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How Much Does Breast Explantation Cost?
I am now 63 and am beginning to realize that no other woman my age has such full and perky breasts as I do. I am beginning to feel self-conscious and expect that as I grow older, this will become more of a problem for me. I want to know if breast explantation is an option, what could be done to ensure my breasts would become much smaller and how much this would cost.
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Opal
in camano island, WA
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Insurance will cover explantation
I'm a bit suprised this hasn't been mentioned yet...
If you're looking for just explantation most medical insurance covers this, meaning that the cost to you would be your co-pay. I would definitely look into this option first.
But keep in mind that insurance companies will NOT cover things like replacing implants, performing a breast lift or other cosmetic procedures. Some people can be disappointed with the look of their breasts after explantation without additional procedures.
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Breast Implant Explantation Costs
Plastic surgery fees depend on the geographic location and the expertise of the surgeon. With breast implant revision, you can choose to remove the implants completely or move to a smaller size. Removal of the implants tends to range from $2500 to $5000. Breast implant exchenge tends to be between $4000 and $7000.
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Breast Explantation Can Be Done Inexpensively
Breast implants can be done with local anesthesia using your existing breast augmentation scars.
Do discuss with your surgeon whether use of a drain and capsule removal is recommended for you.
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Breast implant removal is quick and easy.
Removing a breast implant is quick and easy, less than 30 minutes for both sides. The old incision is used for the removal and it can be done through a very small incision. The capsule does not have to be removed and shrinks down to almost nothing in about 1 to 2 months. The body is very resilient and the remaining capsule which does not have to be removed will shrink to nothing.
Similar to the uterus after delivering a baby. Cost ranges from $500 to...
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Simple Breast explantation can be done under local anesthesia.
By simple, I mean that the capsule can be left in place and no adjustment to the shape of the breast will be made. This is very easy to do but patients need to be aware of the aesthetic consequences of removal. I think some time with a good plastic surgeon will keep you from making an unwise decision.
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Cost and outcome of explantation
You are part of a growing group of middle aged women who have become "tired" of their implants and are opting to have them removed. In my practice I see several women a month with these questions. The key decision for you to make is: Do you want to have any implants at all? The only reason to replace them is if you will be unhappy with the smaller size. If being small is not a problem, then removal alone or removal with some type of lift is the solution. This procedure will cost in the...
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Removal of breast implants is often covered by health insurance
Having a great physique well into your 60s, 70s and beyond is becoming more and more common! If you are having discomfort in your breasts or there is evidence of rupture/leakage, most insurers will cover the cost of implant and capsule removal. This includes surgeon fee, anesthesia fee and operating room fee. If you wish to have a lift or your remaining natural breast or placement of new implants, this portion is considered cosmetic and not covered. Having a consultation with a board...
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Breast explanation
Breast implant removal can certainly be done, and it is not at all unusual for a women to get tired of them, especially if your breasts have either sagged or gotten larger since the implants were initially placed. A simple implant removal can cost as little as $3000, but the costs can go up,if you need something like a lift done at the same time.
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Breast Implant removal
Implant explantation can easily be done as an outpatient. The surgeons fee wil depend on the geographic location, and the certification of the surgeon. Seek a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon, certified by the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS) for consultation. He will determine your need based on the type of implants you have, and if he will be removing the scar tissue. If possible, bring a copy of your operative report from...
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Explant and more
I hope your implants served you well and that you were pleased with them. As for removing them, why do you feel more self conscious? If you are in excellent shape, you shouldn't. But if you're really done with them and want them removed, several issues come in to consideration. As mentioned by my colleagues, you could have droopy breasts and should have a plan to either have a lift or live natural.
If you do not have thick capsules, simple removal can be...
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Appearance of Breasts after Breast Implant Removal?
Thank you for the question.
What your breasts will look like after explantation depends on several factors such as: the quality of skin elasticity (the better the elasticity the better the skin will bounce back), the size of the implants used (the larger the implant the more trouble you may have with redundant skin), and the amount of breast tissue present at this time (which may have changed since the time of your breast augmentation).
Life experience since your...
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Breast Implant Removal
Implant explantation (removal) is an option. Your first step is to consult with an experienced, board certified plastic surgeon in your area. Upon examination, your surgeon will be able to recommend the best treatment option for you. The risks, benefits, and expected outcome will all be discussed during your consultation. This will allow you to make an informed decision as to what is best for you. Best of luck!
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You don't have to feel self conscious about your breasts as you age.
You don't have to feel self conscious about your breasts as you age. Helping you to feel confident about your appearance may require different procedures depending on what your expectations are. These procedures may include 1) implant removal or downsizing 2) implant removal or downsizing with a lift 3) a lift alone. Obviously, each of these procedures carries a different cost, so answering the cost question is difficult. Most importantly you need to be...
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Cost of breast implant explantation
Hi Opal,
Your implants can definitely be removed. The plastic surgeon will most likely perform some work to shape and lift your breasts during the procedure to optimize the aesthetic result. I suggest at least 2 consultations with plastic surgeons certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery to discuss your options and get an idea about cost. Hope this helps.
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Removal and breast lift
You could choose to have smaller breast implants or get them out completely. If this is done for a medical reason e.g capsule, rupture etc., your insurance will cover the removal part. I have done many removal and the best option is to remove them or remove and perform a breast lift. Hope that helps!
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Will you need a lift after explantation?
Removing existing breast implants is easy to do and relatively inexpensive. The real question is: what will your breasts look like afterward? Most patients will require a breast lift following explantation, which is another procedure and an additional cost.
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Explantation of implants
Explantation of implants is a very easy procedure, but can be affected by the amount of breast tissue left over. If you do not have alot of tissue, the breast may shrink and contract into a shape that you may not be happy with. This is almost impossible to completely control. A lift of tissue may be helpful or placing a smaller implant.
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Changing breast implants as one ages
Some women as they age do feel subconscious about their implants and some have them removed and others just decrease the size so they tend to look more natural for their age. As for cost, if only reducing the size is needed, then the cost can be as low as $3000. But if more is needed, the cost can go up.
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Breast Explantation
Hello,
Explantation is of course an option. You might need the "scar capsules" taken away as well plus or minus a breast lift depending upon where things are after removal and your preferences. Depending upon your location in the country and how much surgery you elect to have, this will probably run you at least $4000 unless your insurance covers things.
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Explantation is easy to do
Removal of breast implants is an easy procedure to perform and from which to recover. Your breasts will certainly get smaller, depending on what size implants you have. The more your current size is from the implants, the smaller you will look when they are out.
The other issue to consider before proceeding is that almost certainly, most or all of your upper pole fullness will be lost and your tissues may look lax and loose without the implants underneath.
Prices are relative low for...
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Implant explantation is an option, but you need to consider the loose skin
Implant explantation is a definite option, but is will require a surgical procedure. The exact procedure depends on how the implants were placed during the original surgery. Most likely, your surgeon can access your implants through your original incision. This can be done under conscious sedation or general anesthesia.
However, once you remove the implant, your breast will become significantly ptotic (loose and hanging) since the implant is no longer there to support the tissue. Often...
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