What is the approximate cost of a breast implant removal and lift?

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I've had implants in for over 30 years. I am now 73 and have leakage. I’d like to know the approximate cost of explant and lift. I reside in upstate New York

Irena Karanetz, MD · Answer

Hello, 
And thank you for the question.
In patients with known implant rupture and/or leakage, the recommendation is to perform breast implant removal. Following removal of breast implants without replacement, a patient may choose one of two options: do nothing and see how much the skin retracts and then decide about the breast lift at a later point, or undergo a breast lift and fat grafting at the same time. 
Breast lift will put your nipples into the correct position, make the areola smaller and allow excess skin to be taken away, giving you a more youthful and lifted breast appearance. Some people are a little apprehensive to the full breast lift due to the scars, but typically they do very well and scars fade over time. 
The cost of breast implant removal and lift is around $9000-$10,000 but varies on the individual patient basis.
The decision-making process depends on your discussion with the plastic surgeon following a thorough physical exam evaluation, in order to discuss your goals and concerns for the best cosmetic results. 
I hope this helps.Best, Dr. Karanetz
Dr. Irena KaranetzBreast Fellowship-TrainedBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon

Alan Gonzalez, MD, FACS · Answer

Hi @carolbit, thank you for your question. My opinion is that a breast implant removal should be combined with an immediate breast reconstruction to reposition the breast tissue and improve the projection of the upper pole and medial areas using the BRALAN Technique (Breast Reconstruction Anatomical Lift Augmentation) as the results will be aesthetically adequate and have a minimal L-shaped scar. With this in mind, the costs of each procedure will always depend on the characteristics and needs of each patient. If you are considering breast augmentation, consultation with a plastic surgeon experienced in this procedure is essential to ensure optimal results. Best regards.

Alan Gonzalez MD, FACS. Member of the American Society of Plastic Surgery (ASPS), Member of the International Federation for Adipose Therapeutics and Science” (IFATS), Member of the Colombian Society of Plastic Surgery (SCCP).

John L. Burns Jr., MD · Answer

Combining a breast implant removal with a lift helps by both removing excess skin and also lifting and shaping the breast.  Without the lift the breast looks deflated and droopy.  The cost is about $11,500 in my practice.

Camille Cash, MD · Answer

Cost for implant removal and lift will vary by surgeon and region.  Depending on the type of implants you have the removal portion may be covered by insurance.  Visit with a board certified plastic surgeon near you to find out more about the procedure and to get a quote.

Gary M. Horndeski, MD · Answer

The technique I recommend is explantation and lift 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 and nipple sensation (in 95%) is maintained, if not injured during your previous surgery.  The cost of this procedure is $12,000 in Houston, TX.

Best Wishes,

Gar Horndeski, M.D.

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