Explant of 1 year old 255cc moderate profile implants - will I need another lift?

Question

I'm looking to explant my 1 year old breast implants. They are 255 cc moderate profile under the muscle. No issues, I just would like to remove them. I had a lift on one side to address asymmetry. Is it likely I will need a second lift?

Gary M. Horndeski, MD · Answer

Unfortunately, you have not provided photographs or told us your bra size.  However, after implant removal, most patients will have hanging skin and will need a lift.  You may only need a small lift.  The technique I recommend is a mini lift.  Using a circumareola incision, your breast tissue is reshaped, elevated higher on the chest wall and more medial to increase your cleavage.

Best Wishes,

Gary Horndeski, M.D.

Camille Cash, MD · Answer

An examination or photos is needed to advise you if a lift is recommended for you.  Your surgeon will need to discuss your goals with you as well as evaluate the elasticity of your skin and the current state of your breasts in terms of sagging.  I encourage you to visit with a board certified plastic surgeon near you to learn more.

Alan Gonzalez, MD, FACS · Answer

Hello @Feelinglost16 thank you for your question. In case of an explantation with capsulostomy, the surgical procedure would imply a breast reconstruction not only a lift, because taking out the volume that the prosthesis gave will require repositioning of the tissues. In this way, you would achieve an aesthetic result you would be happy with. To obtain more information and recommendations, it is best to consult one or more board-certified plastic surgeons. Best wishes! Alana Gonzalez MD, FACS.

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear Feelinglost16,
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

Peter Andolina, DO · Answer

You should have the implants removed and then give your breasts time to recover and heal from the surgery. Your implants aren't very large so I do not anticipate the need for a second lift.

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