May implant removal stop breast pain? I had 360ccs under the muscle 4 years ago and have had pain ever since.

patients do occasionally get chronic breast pain with implants. it seems to be more common with implants that are under the muscle.  if the implants are the cause of the pain, I would expect that the pain would resolve after the implants are removed.  I would recommend finding a board certified plastic surgeon near you and discussing your concerns with them.

I do not recommend implants
and instead I recommend explantation using The Bellesoma Method.  The implants are removed, your breast tissue
is reshaped creating upper pole fullness, elevated higher on the chest wall and
more medial to increase your cleavage. 
Vertical scars are avoided, nipple sensation and the ability to breast
feed are maintained, if not injured during your previous surgery.  At the same time or later, fat transfers can
be performed if additional volume is desired. 
No technique can guarantee elimination of your pain but removing the 360
cc implants will reduce the pressure on your nerves.     Best Wishes,Gary Horndeski, M.D.

Dear jemmah,I understand your concern. However, without a proper assessment it would be difficult to determine what is wrong. It is best that you visit your plastic surgeon for further assessment. Only after thorough examination you can get proper recommendations and advice.Daniel Barrett, MD
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

If pain started after the implants, then it is possible you will feel better with the implants removed.  If one side feels firmer and has the pain, then perhaps you do have a capsular contracture.  Removing the implant will answer the question.  As you are in pain, I might suggest just removing the implant, letting you recover and then doing the lift at a later date so you can evaluate clearly how you feel without the implants.   Best wishes to you.

I'm sorry to hear of the discomfort you've been experiencing.  As your pain began with the augmentation there is a chance it will be relieved when the implants are removed.  Your surgeon should be able to tell you if there is capsular contracture present.  

I have had a few patients, most who had large implants initially done by other surgeons, who did get pain relief when the implant was removed or changed to a smaller size. I have seen this with implants placed behind the muscle. You might consider going down in size. I would suggest meeting with a board certified plastic surgeon and discussing your concerns.

Dear Jemmah,Hello and thank you for your excellent question.  You should be evaluated for a No-Vertical-Scar breast lift technique to be performed with your breast implant removal.  Some people refer to this as the Bellesoma Breast Lift technique. Our technique provides an exceptional breast lift, upper pole fullness, relief from neck and back pain, and no vertical breast lift scar. It uses a woman’s OWN breast tissue to produce an internal suspension technique, without the need for a breast implant. It does not disturb the nipple, areola, or breast glands, so sensation and the ability to lactate is preserved. It uses 3D scanning of your breasts and body to design a procedure specifically designed for YOU, and you alone. Finally, for patients who desire breast enlargement, it can be combined with fat grafting. It is best to answer your question during a face-to-face evaluation, when you can discuss your goals and expectations for the procedure, and you can have a physical examination to evaluate for that procedure. I recommend that you find a board-certified, or board-eligible plastic surgeon with whom you are comfortable. Be sure to have all of your questions answered during a face-to-face meeting with your surgeon, and review before and after pictures of similar patients whom have had this procedure. If you have any questions, call our office for assistance. Good luck!

Best,

Jon Ver Halen, MD FACS

Harvard educated plastic surgeon

Texas “Top Doc” 2017, 2018

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It is possible the removal of the implants will resolve the pain issue, but there is no guarantee that will happen, so be sure you understand that.