Hi there, I m 35 years old and I have 360cc round textured implant on top of my muscle. I want to explant because I have a capsular contracture and I never liked to feel something stranger inside my body. I would like to know if I have to remove the capsule or should I leave the capsule. My goal is to take the minimum of risk for the futur and to make the minimum of damage to my body.
Answer: Breast explant with or without removing the capsule? Thank you for the question. In your case, given that the capsule has thickened (and that you have textured breast implants in place), I think you will be best off undergoing breast implant removal and capsulectomy surgery. Some general thoughts regarding breast implant removal and the need for capsulectomy surgery may be helpful to you.Generally speaking (in my opinion), unless the breast implant capsules have thickened (and/or are otherwise symptomatic), are associated with the ruptured silicone gel breast implants, or if the patient has concerns about "medical conditions" related to the breast implants, capsulectomy is not universally necessary. For these patients, en bloc removal of breast implants is a good procedure.
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Answer: Breast explant with or without removing the capsule? Thank you for the question. In your case, given that the capsule has thickened (and that you have textured breast implants in place), I think you will be best off undergoing breast implant removal and capsulectomy surgery. Some general thoughts regarding breast implant removal and the need for capsulectomy surgery may be helpful to you.Generally speaking (in my opinion), unless the breast implant capsules have thickened (and/or are otherwise symptomatic), are associated with the ruptured silicone gel breast implants, or if the patient has concerns about "medical conditions" related to the breast implants, capsulectomy is not universally necessary. For these patients, en bloc removal of breast implants is a good procedure.
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Answer: Capsules If you have capsular contracture it is often recommended that you have implants and capsules removed. An examination is needed to determine what is best for you. See a board certified plastic surgeon in your area to learn more.
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Answer: Capsules If you have capsular contracture it is often recommended that you have implants and capsules removed. An examination is needed to determine what is best for you. See a board certified plastic surgeon in your area to learn more.
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February 16, 2019
Answer: Breast Implant removal Thank you for your post and questions. The scar or capsule that forms around implant generally should be removed. Sometimes a large amount of this scar capsule is left behind from implant removal as I have seen from other patients referred to me, and a seroma can form in the old breast implant pocket. The decision for a lift can be made after the implants have been removed and time has allowed things to settle. Hope this helps. Be sure to see a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon.
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February 16, 2019
Answer: Breast Implant removal Thank you for your post and questions. The scar or capsule that forms around implant generally should be removed. Sometimes a large amount of this scar capsule is left behind from implant removal as I have seen from other patients referred to me, and a seroma can form in the old breast implant pocket. The decision for a lift can be made after the implants have been removed and time has allowed things to settle. Hope this helps. Be sure to see a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon.
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February 15, 2019
Answer: Implant removal with or without capsulectomy If a capsular contracture exists, the capsule may be thin and just tight, or it may be thickened. Removing the capsule allows the breast to return to its natural shape. If the capsule is very thin and normal looking, removing it may not be necessary. Your surgeon can best judge this at the time of surgery, looking at the inside of the breast pocket. Good luck!
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February 15, 2019
Answer: Implant removal with or without capsulectomy If a capsular contracture exists, the capsule may be thin and just tight, or it may be thickened. Removing the capsule allows the breast to return to its natural shape. If the capsule is very thin and normal looking, removing it may not be necessary. Your surgeon can best judge this at the time of surgery, looking at the inside of the breast pocket. Good luck!
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