When can drains come out after breast implant removal?

Hello!  Thank you for the question!  Drains are used to eliminate the potential space from where the implant was. It will evacuate the fluid that will inevitably develop and will allow adherence of the breast back to its normal anatomical position. External compression also helps. Typically drains will remain place ~1-2wks or once fluid is about

Thank you for your question.  The drains are in so that your body can focus on healing instead of trying to reabsorb the fluids associated with surgery.  It is common for them to be in for 5-10 days or so, depending on the extent of the surgery being done.  Once the fluid collection amounts are minimized, your surgeon will remove them.  Good luck with your journey!Dr. K.