Is it possible to not have the vertical line when I get my saline implants removed? (photo)

Removal of breast implants, intact or ruptured, may have positive implications if patients are symptomatic. A constellation of symptoms associated with breast implant illness, and autoimmune disease are considered when treating patients who have breast implants and are concerned about foreign body reaction. In our office, we begin this journey with a consideration of symptoms and exclusion of obvious autoimmune problems. In many of our patients, en bloc removal of breast implants with capsulectomy is important and beneficial. Further clinical evidence about breast implant illness is evolving and will continue to guide treatment. I would suggest removal if there is a possibility of foreign body reaction.

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Dr. Karamanoukian
Realself100 Surgeon

I know not of an instance that deflated or inflated implants cannot be removed from a crease incision. Seek a second opinion if the recommended approach cannot be thoroughly discussed and understood. 

Hello!  Thank you for your question and photo!   Your question is difficult to answer without photos of the breast and an examination.  However, it certainly is possible to simply remove your breast implants though a small incision in the fold beneath your breast.  This is the most common way to explant these.  It allows for the best access and visualization; it is often difficult to remove implants though the areolar incision anyhow.  One thing to consider is which access incision your surgeon used to place the implants initially.  If you have incisions either vertically or around your areola, you may consider using these incision, which obviates the necessity of another incision on your breast.  In addition, the appearance of your breasts after explantation is another thing to consider as removal will leave your breast shape as is, just more of a "deflated" appearance and smaller size, without the implant.  If you would be happy with this, simple removal is reasonable.  But, if you would need a breast lift to reshape your breasts after removal, it may be necessary to place those incisions on your breasts anyhow.  Consult with a plastic surgeon who will examine and discuss with you the various options.  Express your concerns and desires and your surgeon will assist you in deciding which option would be the right decision for you.  Hope that this helps!  Best wishes!

Yes, it is possible to have your implants removed through the inframammary incision which is located in the fold underneath the breast. A vertical incision wouldn't be necessary unless you are also having a full breast lift. Meet with a board certified plastic surgeon near you to learn more.

Thank you for your question. Typically, when removing breast
implants a good place for the incision is in the inframammary fold (fold
underneath the breast). Doing the incision in this fold allows you to hide the incision
quite well. However, if you need a lift with the explanation you would have an
incision around the areola, down the middle (vertical), and in the inframammary
fold. It is not clear in your photo if you would need a lift, I would consult a
Board Certified Plastic Surgeon in your area. Best of Luck!

The incision used to remove breast implants can be placed almost anywhere you want. Most patients and surgeons choose to go through the previous incision/scar so as not to create a new scar.