My right implant ruptured. I started having severe rib pain like my implant is stuck. It happens every now and then.

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I have had implants for almost 10 years. I know why it ruptured my baby was breastfeeding and I slowly noticed. I have Saline implants.

Kenneth Hughes, MD · Answer

Hello, thank you for your question. Visit a plastic surgeon, and if you want both implants out, it should be a relatively simple procedure if done safely.

Ajaya Kashyap, MD · Answer

Thankyou for your question. It is possible to remove breast implants safely with complete capsules which should alleviate your symptoms.  I prefer to do an en-bloc capsulectomy and implant removal. Please find an experienced Board Certified Plastic surgeon who can examine you and help you.All the best!

Sam Speron, MD, FACS · Answer

A breast implant removal (explanting) can be done with possible other procedures such as lifting, fat transfer etc so that the breasts can be more youthful looking. They can be removed if you have Breast Implant Illness, fatigue or pain that cannot be controlled or alleviated. If you have a fluid collection or serum, you should see a surgeon ASAP to get a biopsy and the fluid tested.
The breast lift/mastopexy addresses the sagginess of the breast by removing excess skin and the breast augmentation with fat can add volume to the breast.  There are several different types of lifting including many lifts that do not have many scars. This does not necessarily mean that you need lifting though as it depends what size breast implant you want and your examination so it is not always needed.I would recommend that you see a board-certified plastic surgeon who is a member of both ASPS & ASAPS and has plenty of experience in breast augmentation, implant removal, & lifting surgery. Go over your concerns with them and make sure above all, you walk out of there with several options and an idea of the pros and cons to each of them as well as realistic expectations. I hope this helps and wish you all the best in your surgery and event. If it does, please take a moment to up vote this answer on the “respond” button on the top right.

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear breninNY,
If you have implant rupture, then it is best to remove it. If you are considering a surgery, I would suggest you to 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

Chris Funderburk, MD · Answer

Thank you for the question. I am so sorry you are living with this pain. In the case of known implant rupture, I strongly recommend having implant removal or implant exchange. While the saline which leaked out after the rupture is completely safe, the left over implant shell can cause abnormal contracture or scarring within the breast. It should be removed, along with some or all of the surrounding capsule. This is especially true if you are having pain in the breast.

Tracy Kayan, MD · Answer

If you have had noticeable pain after your implant ruptured, you may want to consider having it removed or replaced. Sometimes the remaining shell of the ruptured implant can cause pain due to movement. If you are not having it replaced, you can consider having the ruptured implant removed under local in the office setting, as long as your surgeon is comfortable doing this.

Camille Cash, MD · Answer

If your implant is causing you discomfort and is ruptured, then it is best to have it removed.  You can elect to have the ruptured implant replaced or have both implants removed if you prefer.  See a board certified plastic surgeon near you to discuss your options.

Connie Hiers, MD, FACS · Answer

I would suggest removing the ruptured deflated implant and either replacing it, or removing the other side as well. Leaving the deflated implant can cause some discomfort and does keep you uneven.

Jose Segura, MD, PhD - Account Suspended · Answer

Hola por el tipo de implante la sugerencia es solicitar una resonancia magnética para valorar la situación de ambos implantes para saber si se requiere recambio de ambos o no, en el caso del lado derecho lo ideal es vaciar el implante y la capsula en su totalidad. A quedo a tus ordenes, Saludos

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