I have had implants for 4 years, now I would like to get them removed. Is it necessary to do a lift or fat grafting? (Photo)

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, nipple sensation (in 95%) and the ability to breast feed are maintained if not injured during your previous surgery. Later, fat transfers can be performed if additional volume is desired.

Best Wishes,

Gary Horndeski, M.D.

Hello @RoAlm4, thank you for your question. . Removing breast implants is a complex and specialized procedure that requires a high degree of expertise especially if it's done with mammary reconstruction, which in my opinion gives the best aesthetic result and is the right approach. When breast explantations are done with reconstruction, the position of the implant does not matter since there is a repositioning of the mammary tissues that improves the appearance of the breast. An inverted J-shaped incision would be made periareolarly in this case to avoid making a T. If you are considering a breast explantation, consultation with a plastic surgeon who is experienced in this procedure is essential to ensure optimal results. Best wishes! Alan Gonzalez MD, FACS.