Do I need to get my chest muscles repaired after breast implant removal? (photo)

Hello @saguilar148, thank you for your question. The pectoralis muscle generally has the ability to return to its condition in a short time. I suggest a breast reconstruction to repositioning of the tissues, and if the capsules were not removed, explant them as well. In this way, you would achieve an aesthetic result and if you want to have a little more volume a breast fat transfer would be another option after the explant. Due to the experience of so many explantation surgeries practiced in these 21 years I consider that the L-shaped incision is the minimum and smallest scar possible in this surgery. The best course of action is to consult one or several board certified plastic surgeon for more information and options tailored specifically to your needs. Best wishes! Alan Gonzalez MD, FACS.

Your muscle should have been re-attached when the implants were removed. It isn't likely now that you could have under muscle implants and muscle repair at the same time. I would do the muscle repair then consider using the split muscle plane rather than dual plane as you have now, so you don't get animation deformity again.

Dear saguilar148,
it is hard to tell for sure without an examination. If you are considering surgery, I would suggest you consult a board-certified plastic surgeon. Only after a thorough examination, you will get more information and recommendations.
Daniel Barrett, MD
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery