Interested in capsulectomy and implant replacement - How complicated is this procedure and what should I look for in a surgeon?

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Hello. I have above-muscle saline implants that are 25+ years old. One of the implants has become hard, and I’d like to have a capsulectomy and replace the old saline implants with new ones. How complicated is this procedure? Is there something specific I should seek in a surgeon? I live in Miami Florida and there are tons of doctors who do breast augmentations. Is there something I should look for when looking for a surgeon? Thank you.

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear Peaceful176261,
I understand your concern. However, without a proper assessment, it would be difficult to determine what went wrong. It is best that you visit your plastic surgeon for further assessment or ask for a second opinion. Only after a thorough examination, you can get proper recommendations and advice.
Daniel Barrett, MDCertified, American Board of Plastic SurgeryMember, American Society of Plastic SurgeryMember, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Shaher W. Khan, MD · Answer

Hello. My recommendation is to remove the entire implant, capsule, and inflamed tissue and to not replace your implants. If you look at the FDA warnings, association with breast cancer, manufacturer warnings, and the many hundreds of thousands of patients with breast implant illness, you will clearly reach a conclusion that breast implants are unsafe for the body. Your surgeon must discuss with you the detrimental effects of implants and the many risks associated as labeled above. Allow yourself to make an informed consent decision.

Interested in capsulectomy and implant replacement - How complicated is this procedure and what should I look for in a surgeon?

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