Patients may choose breast implant removal for many reasons, including aesthetic or lifestyle goals, breast implant illness (BII), personal preferences, and aging or ruptured implants. Whatever the reason, Soler Cosmetic Plastic Surgery and Aesthetics has the expertise to help.
What Is Breast Implant Removal?
Breast implant removal, also known as an explant, is a procedure that involves taking out your breast implants. At Soler Cosmetic Plastic Surgery and Aesthetics, our board-certified plastic surgeon, Dr. Pedro M. Soler, will offer you personalized options for implant removal depending on your exam findings and goals. For example, you may benefit from implant removal alone or with volume restoration, such as fat transfer or alloClae.
Who Is a Good Candidate for Breast Implant Removal?
There are many potential reasons why someone would be a good candidate for breast explants. One reason that some women choose to have their implants removed is due to breast implant illness (BII), which represents a collection of health symptoms that some patients have reported experiencing. You may also be a good candidate for breast implant removal if you prefer a more natural feel without implants or a different breast size that requires removal.
Breast Implant Removal Process
Here’s the typical process of a breast implant removal:
- Consultation and imaging: We examine the tissues and implants and guide you on whether an implant removal is suitable and, if so, whether it would be best with alloClae, fat transfer, a lift or capsulectomy.
- Anesthesia: The explant procedure is typically performed under general anesthesia. The surgeon will ensure you are comfortable and answer any questions you may have about the anesthetics used and the procedure.
- Procedure day: During the surgery, part or all of the capsule is removed. If you’re only getting an explant, the incisions are closed, and the procedure is over. A lift or volume restoration can also be done before the incisions are closed.
Come to Soler Cosmetic Plastic Surgery and Aesthetics in Tampa, FL
At Soler Cosmetic Plastic Surgery and Aesthetics, we have over two decades of experience in plastic surgery. We are passionate about empowering patients with the knowledge, guidance, and professional procedures to boost their confidence and meet their body goals. Dr. Soler offers a range of breast enhancement options from implants and explants to fat transfers and alloClae.
Breast Implant Removal FAQs
Here are some commonly asked questions and answers to clear things up about breast explants:
Is Breast Implant Removal Necessary for Anyone With Implants?
Breast implant removal may be necessary for people with implants. According to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, breast implants may need to be removed or exchanged every 10 to 15 years if there is damage to the implants. At Soler Cosmetic Plastic Surgery and Aesthetics, we carefully examine the implants. If they’re healthy, it’s not necessary to remove them.
How Does AlloClae Work?
AlloClae works by acting as a structural adipose filler that contours the body with a natural appearance and feel. Unlike traditional fillers that use synthetic materials, alloClae is made from donor human adipose tissue that’s processed using a proprietary multistep method. There is a lower risk of migration with alloClae.
Typically, alloClae and fat transfers involve no surgery and are one-hour procedures in the office, but sometimes a lift is required. For breast explants, alloClae can be used to fill in certain areas and add natural and soft volume that also stimulates the patient’s own tissue regeneration.
Schedule Your Breast Implant Removal Consultation Today
If you’re looking for a breast explant in Tampa, we are happy to discuss the best way forward for you. Our board-certified plastic surgeon, Dr. Pedro Soler, will guide you through procedures like alloClae to help you feel confident in your body.
Schedule a consultation at Soler Cosmetic Plastic Surgery and Aesthetics today!
