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.
Answer: Don't fear Nurse Becky:Breast implant removal (both silicone and saline) is straight forward, non tender, and in our office, is ideally suited as an in office procedure using local anesthesia, as one as the capsule is grade1. The procedure doesn't require the patient to forgo meals, work, or time with family and friends. Your confidant can stay in the room with you during the procedure if you prefer and the patient may drive herself to and fro. No drains. But if there is an encapsulation (contracture), the procedure is more extensive and requires general or IV sedation because the entire capsule is also removed.
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Answer: Don't fear Nurse Becky:Breast implant removal (both silicone and saline) is straight forward, non tender, and in our office, is ideally suited as an in office procedure using local anesthesia, as one as the capsule is grade1. The procedure doesn't require the patient to forgo meals, work, or time with family and friends. Your confidant can stay in the room with you during the procedure if you prefer and the patient may drive herself to and fro. No drains. But if there is an encapsulation (contracture), the procedure is more extensive and requires general or IV sedation because the entire capsule is also removed.
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Answer: Breast Implant Removal and Anesthesia The answer depends on the individual's situation and the complexity of the surgery. Yes, breast implants MAY be removed under local anesthesia, especially if there are no issues like capsular contracture (thickened scar tissue) or other issues that would require a more complex procedure. The general idea is that if the implants are intact, and if the surrounding tissue is not problematic, the removal can often be done with local anesthesia.
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Answer: Breast Implant Removal and Anesthesia The answer depends on the individual's situation and the complexity of the surgery. Yes, breast implants MAY be removed under local anesthesia, especially if there are no issues like capsular contracture (thickened scar tissue) or other issues that would require a more complex procedure. The general idea is that if the implants are intact, and if the surrounding tissue is not problematic, the removal can often be done with local anesthesia.
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May 21, 2020
Answer: The safest way to perform explant surgery Our patients’ safety is of utmost importance to our practice. The safest way to perform operations such as explant is under a general anaesthetic in an accredited hospital. This also helps reduce complications such as infection and pain.
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May 21, 2020
Answer: The safest way to perform explant surgery Our patients’ safety is of utmost importance to our practice. The safest way to perform operations such as explant is under a general anaesthetic in an accredited hospital. This also helps reduce complications such as infection and pain.
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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 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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