Does breast implant removal reduce breast tissue?

Dear BAquestion23 thank you for your question.

During a total capsulectomy, there may be a slight loss of glandular tissue, but it's typically not significant. However, large implants can lead to atrophy of the mammary gland over time. Therefore, after explantation, the final volume of the breast may be smaller than it was prior to implant placement.

Hello @BAquestions23, Thank you for your question. Sometimes, breast implant removal can result in alterations to the chest wall or breast tissue, such as indentations. This is typically more apparent in women with larger implants, as the larger the implant, the more it may alter the natural anatomy over time. However, it depends on the specialist surgical technique and procedures determined to be used in order to achieve an adequate result. I always approach a breast explant with immediate aesthetic reconstruction to reposition the mammary tissue and improve projection of the upper pole and medial areas using the BRALAN Technique (Breast Reconstruction Anatomical Lift Augmentation), since the results will be adequate in terms of aesthetics and have a minimal scar in the shape of an L and a lift if needed. To shed more light on this, I have attached a video. If you are considering a breast procedure, consultation with a plastic surgeon experienced in this procedure is essential to ensuring optimal results. Best wishes!

Alan Gonzalez MD, FACS. American Society of Plastic Surgery Member (ASPS), International Federation for Adipose Therapeutics and Science” Member (IFATS), Colombian Society of Plastic Surgery member (SCCP)

Dear BAquestions23,
implant removal surgery will not reduce the size of breast tissue, it will only remove implants. However, there is a chance that breast tissue size reduced with time. If you are considering surgery, I would suggest you consult a board-certified plastic surgeon. Only after a thorough examination, you will get more information and recommendations.
Daniel Barrett, MDCertified, American Board of Plastic SurgeryMember, American Society of Plastic SurgeryMember, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery