What do you think my end result will look like after explant? Do I need an uplift?

Hello, thank you for your question! Deciding to remove your 15-year-old Allergen implants is a significant choice. Understanding the potential outcomes of explantation and whether a lift is necessary can help set realistic expectations for your results. The outcome after explantation can vary significantly based on your individual anatomy and the condition of your breast tissue. Ultimately, a personalized evaluation by a qualified plastic surgeon will provide you with the most accurate predictions regarding your end result.

Dear janey.jess,
it is hard to predict how will your breast look after implant removal. You can get removal surgery and wait to see the final results. 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

When doing an explant surgery, it is tough to visualize the final result. My best advice is to ask your surgeon to show photos of patients with clinical features similar to your body and implant characteristics. It is a complex situation; removing the implant will not put your body back when you decide to place the implants. Other factors that affect the result are the implant size, the plane of implant placement, and the present quality of the tissues.

Hi @janey.jess, thanks for your question! Whether or not you need a lift after removing your 420cc, under muscle saline implants depends on your specific goals and aesthetic concerns. However, is important that you have total capsulectomy. It is important to note that after the removal of implants, the skin and tissues of the breast may be stretched or sagging, which can lead to a less-than-ideal appearance.

If you do decide to have a lift, the most optimal and aesthetically adequate option would be immediate reconstruction with the BRALAN technique (Breast Reconstruction Anatomical Lift Augmentation) combine with a breast lift to provide a natural and lifted appearance. I link a video that sheds more light on the matter. If you are considering a breast explantation, consultation with a plastic surgeon who is experienced in this procedure is essential to ensure 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).

If you remove your implants and do not replace them, you will lose the fullness in the upper portion of your breast. Your nipple position appears appropriate and would likely not require a lift for repositioning; however, a breast lift would help tighten any excess skin following explant. You may also want to explore options such as autoaugmentation with fat transfer following explant to help maintain some volume. Ultimately, you have a variety of options to discuss with your plastic surgeon.