I’ve read ONCE on here that leaving the capsule in can help with breast shape after implant removal however I haven’t seen that repeated. I’m curious if this is true and if there are any other benefits to leaving the capsule in (if silicone implant is NOT ruptured) such as easier recovery, etc. I also am curious if since the capsule is my own scar tissue if that means it’s a safe part of me now or if it will be a hindrance/danger later on.
Answer: Is leaving the capsule in during breast implant removal ever beneficial? Thank you for sharing your excellent question. I do not think that the capsule is beneficial from a shaping point of view, but at times it is left in place if there are concerns of skin healing issues due to thin breast skin. As the capsule is your own body's response to the implant, it does not pose a danger to you in the future. Hope this helps.
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CONTACT NOW Answer: Is leaving the capsule in during breast implant removal ever beneficial? Thank you for sharing your excellent question. I do not think that the capsule is beneficial from a shaping point of view, but at times it is left in place if there are concerns of skin healing issues due to thin breast skin. As the capsule is your own body's response to the implant, it does not pose a danger to you in the future. Hope this helps.
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CONTACT NOW Answer: Breast Implant Removal Leaving a capsule behind is preferred if it is thin and pliable. If there are calcific components, or silicone granulomatous material, or if the capsule is deforming the breast tissue, then removal of the capsule may be warranted. Removing a capsule unnecessarily could result in bleeding and slight tissue loss.Kenneth Hughes, MD, ABPS Board Certified Plastic Surgeon
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CONTACT NOW Answer: Breast Implant Removal Leaving a capsule behind is preferred if it is thin and pliable. If there are calcific components, or silicone granulomatous material, or if the capsule is deforming the breast tissue, then removal of the capsule may be warranted. Removing a capsule unnecessarily could result in bleeding and slight tissue loss.Kenneth Hughes, MD, ABPS Board Certified Plastic Surgeon
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June 23, 2019
Answer: Is leaving the capsule in during breast implant removal ever beneficial? Leaving the capsule at the time of breast implant removal surgery is not necessarily beneficial but removal of capsules may result in skin contour irregularities, if there is damage to the overlying tissue/skin (during the capsulectomy procedure). Some general thoughts regarding the need for capsulectomy may be helpful to you.Generally speaking (in my opinion), unless the breast implant capsules have thickened (and/or are otherwise symptomatic), are associated with the ruptured silicone gel breast implants, or if the patient has concerns about "medical conditions" related to the breast implants, capsulectomy is not universally necessary. For these patients, en block removal of breast implants is a good procedure.
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Answer: Is leaving the capsule in during breast implant removal ever beneficial? Leaving the capsule at the time of breast implant removal surgery is not necessarily beneficial but removal of capsules may result in skin contour irregularities, if there is damage to the overlying tissue/skin (during the capsulectomy procedure). Some general thoughts regarding the need for capsulectomy may be helpful to you.Generally speaking (in my opinion), unless the breast implant capsules have thickened (and/or are otherwise symptomatic), are associated with the ruptured silicone gel breast implants, or if the patient has concerns about "medical conditions" related to the breast implants, capsulectomy is not universally necessary. For these patients, en block removal of breast implants is a good procedure.
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July 1, 2019
Answer: Explant and The Bellesoma Lift Unfortunately, you have not provided photographs or told us your bra size. However, I rarely remove the capsule unless there is indication such infection or calcification. The technique I recommend is explantation using The Bellesoma Method. The implants are removed, your breast tissue is reshaped creating upper pole fullness, elevated higher on the chest wall and more medial to increase your cleavage. Vertical scars are avoided, nipple sensation and the ability to breast feed are maintained. At the same time or later, fat transfers can be performed if additional volume is desired.Best Wishes,Gary Horndeski, M.D.
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Answer: Explant and The Bellesoma Lift Unfortunately, you have not provided photographs or told us your bra size. However, I rarely remove the capsule unless there is indication such infection or calcification. The technique I recommend is explantation using The Bellesoma Method. The implants are removed, your breast tissue is reshaped creating upper pole fullness, elevated higher on the chest wall and more medial to increase your cleavage. Vertical scars are avoided, nipple sensation and the ability to breast feed are maintained. At the same time or later, fat transfers can be performed if additional volume is desired.Best Wishes,Gary Horndeski, M.D.
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June 21, 2019
Answer: Capsule If you have the old gel implant, the capsule needs to be removed to try and remove all the leaked gel. If you have a saline implant or the new gel implant, the capsule may or may not be removed. If the capsule is very thin, it can be difficult to remove and may cause some bleeding. If the implants have not been present long, the capsule may not have completely formed and can be left. Women who have very little breast tissue or whose tissue has been thinned with heavy implants may do better if the capsule is left in order to avoid tearing the skin or interfering with circulation to the skin. Every case is different and requires judgment on the part of the surgeon to decide what is best.
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Answer: Capsule If you have the old gel implant, the capsule needs to be removed to try and remove all the leaked gel. If you have a saline implant or the new gel implant, the capsule may or may not be removed. If the capsule is very thin, it can be difficult to remove and may cause some bleeding. If the implants have not been present long, the capsule may not have completely formed and can be left. Women who have very little breast tissue or whose tissue has been thinned with heavy implants may do better if the capsule is left in order to avoid tearing the skin or interfering with circulation to the skin. Every case is different and requires judgment on the part of the surgeon to decide what is best.
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June 21, 2019
Answer: Implant removal Dear easycoast,
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Answer: Implant removal Dear easycoast,
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