Silicone Breast Implant Removal Without a Lift, Is that Possible?

Thank you for the question. It would be easier to give you good advice if you include pictures. Generally, if you or your plastic surgeon are in doubt whether breast lifting will be necessary after removal of breast implants it will be in your best interest NOT to undergo breast lifting and to give your tissues the "benefit of the doubt” allowing the breast skin to contract back and avoid additional scarring. If the skin contraction is not... more

Yes, I often remove implants without a lift. For younger women, there is often enough elasticity in the skin to retract enough to please the patient. In any event, it may be wise to wait a year or so before considering the lift.

Sorry, it is impossible to give an opinion on your question without medical quality photos. However i never do a lift at the time of implant removal and most patients are happy with their results without a lift.