Recovery? Pain? I was told by my surgeon that he could remove them under straight local. They are not ruptured. Is this true? I'm 30 years old. I had silicone 400cc breast implants placed 3 years ago. I was a fuller A cup and went up to a DD (against my wishes, I wanted a C) I'm a very active person and have hated them ever since. I do not wish to have them replaced in fear of future surgery, problems, etc. It was an unfortunate circumstance that I just want erased from my history.
December 4, 2019
Answer: Removing implants under local anesthesia I have on occasion removed implants under local anesthesia. However, it may be advisable to have the capsule that forms around the implants removed as well. If the capsules are going to be removed, then you will most likely need general anesthesia. The implant pocket will never heal completely unless the capsules are removed. Leaving the capsule in place could put you at risk of fluid collections in the future. Even if the capsules are not completely removed, you will probably be more comfortable with some sedation or general anesthesia.
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December 4, 2019
Answer: Removing implants under local anesthesia I have on occasion removed implants under local anesthesia. However, it may be advisable to have the capsule that forms around the implants removed as well. If the capsules are going to be removed, then you will most likely need general anesthesia. The implant pocket will never heal completely unless the capsules are removed. Leaving the capsule in place could put you at risk of fluid collections in the future. Even if the capsules are not completely removed, you will probably be more comfortable with some sedation or general anesthesia.
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December 17, 2018
Answer: Implant removal If you don't have any signs of capsular contracture then the surgery should be well tolerated under local anesthesia. It only involves a small incision to access and remove the implant. Since it's saline, the implant can be punctured and drained to allow easier removal as well. You might have a little soreness at the incision site but nothing ice and ibuprofen can't take care of. I hope that helps.
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December 17, 2018
Answer: Implant removal If you don't have any signs of capsular contracture then the surgery should be well tolerated under local anesthesia. It only involves a small incision to access and remove the implant. Since it's saline, the implant can be punctured and drained to allow easier removal as well. You might have a little soreness at the incision site but nothing ice and ibuprofen can't take care of. I hope that helps.
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