Breast Implant Removal: Q&A

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What Would Be the Outcome of Removing Breast Implants After 8 Weeks?

I've had my implants for 8 weeks and I do not like them. I am very uncomfortable. What would be the outcome if I had them removed? Will by breast look normal? I go 400 cc HP under muscle and I'm 27 years old. I'm hoping my age and skin elasticity help. Any advice please.

2 Doctor Answers | Asked by 9271anon in California
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Breast implant removal at 8 weeks

There are so many factors that will effect the ultimate outcome and appearance of your breasts following implant removal. These include: 1.Age (yes, over 40 does mean less elasticity/contractility than a 25 year old but usually more than a 60 year old) 2.Size of implant 3.Number of years implant is in place 4.Over or under the muscle placement 5.Length and duration of nursing while implants are in place 6.Natural volume of breast tissue In summary, it is my... more
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Removing implants

My recommendation would be to not remove them so quickly.  It is an adjustment to have implants and there may be a little "buyer's remorse," secondary to pain etc..  But, if you have them removed, it would be diffcult to say for sure. They may spring back to the way they were after a few months of healing.

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