55 years old. Saline implants under muscle 20 years ago. Fibrous Breasts. I am curious if I would be a good candidate for breast implant removal, local anesthesia with no lift. Will I be happy with the results? What can I expect?
Answer: Saline breast implant removal without lift. Will I be happy with the results? Hello @Harbor, thank you for your question. My opinion is that a breast implant removal should always be combined with an immediate breast reconstruction to reposition the tissue and improve the upper pole projection and medial areas using the BRALAN Technique (Breast Reconstruction Anatomical Lift Augmentation) as the results will be adequate in terms of aesthetics and will have a minimal L-shaped scar. In my experience, I prefer to perform this procedure under general anesthesia for my patients' safety. If you are considering a breast lift, consultation with a plastic surgeon experienced in this procedure is essential to ensure optimal results. Best regards. Alan Gonzalez MD, FACS. Member of the American Society of Plastic Surgery (ASPS), Member of the International Federation for Adipose Therapeutics and Science” (IFATS), Member of the Colombian Society of Plastic Surgery (SCCP).
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Answer: Saline breast implant removal without lift. Will I be happy with the results? Hello @Harbor, thank you for your question. My opinion is that a breast implant removal should always be combined with an immediate breast reconstruction to reposition the tissue and improve the upper pole projection and medial areas using the BRALAN Technique (Breast Reconstruction Anatomical Lift Augmentation) as the results will be adequate in terms of aesthetics and will have a minimal L-shaped scar. In my experience, I prefer to perform this procedure under general anesthesia for my patients' safety. If you are considering a breast lift, consultation with a plastic surgeon experienced in this procedure is essential to ensure optimal results. Best regards. Alan Gonzalez MD, FACS. Member of the American Society of Plastic Surgery (ASPS), Member of the International Federation for Adipose Therapeutics and Science” (IFATS), Member of the Colombian Society of Plastic Surgery (SCCP).
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Answer: Implant removal Removal under local is a simple procedure with no down time and easy recovery. You can assess how your breasts rebound after and make a decision about a mastopexy (breast lift) later depending on what you’re expectations are. I would predict that you would want a lift to help reshape, tighten and lift you’re breasts. Thank you.
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Answer: Implant removal Removal under local is a simple procedure with no down time and easy recovery. You can assess how your breasts rebound after and make a decision about a mastopexy (breast lift) later depending on what you’re expectations are. I would predict that you would want a lift to help reshape, tighten and lift you’re breasts. Thank you.
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September 18, 2024
Answer: Breasts You have sagging now and will have sagging and decrease in volume with implants removed. I cannot tell you what will make you happy. However, if you wish to not sag, consider getting a lift. You can also ask your surgeon to just deflate your implants. You can then see how you will be without implants and can decide if you want them just removed or add a lift.
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September 18, 2024
Answer: Breasts You have sagging now and will have sagging and decrease in volume with implants removed. I cannot tell you what will make you happy. However, if you wish to not sag, consider getting a lift. You can also ask your surgeon to just deflate your implants. You can then see how you will be without implants and can decide if you want them just removed or add a lift.
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September 16, 2024
Answer: Implant removal Based on the submitted photo a lift would be recommended with implant removal. Your breasts sag now with implants. Removing the implants will take away volume and make them appear to sag even more. One option is to have the saline implants deflated in the office and let the breasts settle. You can then determine at a later date if you simply want to remove the implant shells or have a lift as well.
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September 16, 2024
Answer: Implant removal Based on the submitted photo a lift would be recommended with implant removal. Your breasts sag now with implants. Removing the implants will take away volume and make them appear to sag even more. One option is to have the saline implants deflated in the office and let the breasts settle. You can then determine at a later date if you simply want to remove the implant shells or have a lift as well.
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September 16, 2024
Answer: Lift with explant Hello, thank you for your question. In my opinion, it is best to have breast implant removal completed under IV sedation anesthesia. It is not possible to remove the implant and capsule under local anesthesia to ensure you are rid of your signs and symptoms of breast implant illness. After implant removal, only time will tell if you need a lift. Removal of the implant and capsule with a lift poses risk for unnecessary lengthy surgery. It can take 12-18 months for the breast tissue to "fluff" after removal of implants. I hope this answers your questions.
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September 16, 2024
Answer: Lift with explant Hello, thank you for your question. In my opinion, it is best to have breast implant removal completed under IV sedation anesthesia. It is not possible to remove the implant and capsule under local anesthesia to ensure you are rid of your signs and symptoms of breast implant illness. After implant removal, only time will tell if you need a lift. Removal of the implant and capsule with a lift poses risk for unnecessary lengthy surgery. It can take 12-18 months for the breast tissue to "fluff" after removal of implants. I hope this answers your questions.
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