Breast Implant Removal (Explantation)
What is breast explantation?
If you are considering removing your breast implants but are concerned about maintaining harmony in the bust area, keep reading. In this text, we will tell you everything about breast explantation or breast implant removal surgery at our clinic: how it is performed, what the postoperative care involves, what factors you should consider, and how the breasts look after implant removal, among other things.
Breast explantation involves the definitive removal of breast implants or prostheses, which patients may request for various reasons, such as dissatisfaction with the size achieved, a change in preferences, or complications due to improper practices or unsuitable implants.
How is the procedure performed to remove breast implants naturally?
For a successful breast implant removal, as with all cosmetic surgeries, a prior evaluation is necessary. During this evaluation, we will assess the condition of your implants, whether they are causing any complications, and the specific details we need to address to avoid risks in each case.
To remove the implants, we will make a small incision to extract both the implant and the surrounding capsule, removing any tissue attached to it. This prevents tearing, spilling of the implant’s contents, and potential complications.
How do the breasts look after implant removal?
If you are concerned about the before and after of your breast implant removal, you should know that once the implant is removed, we will reconstruct the breast to maintain its harmony and achieve a highly aesthetic result. In some cases, we will use fat from your own body for this purpose. As you may know, the advantage of this is that your body will have no problem assimilating it, as it is a substance that is already part of your body.
How long does breast implant removal surgery take?
The time in the operating room is approximately 2 hours, although this may vary depending on the patient.
With our specialized postoperative care, your recovery process will be short and almost pain-free. The downtime will be about one week, after which we will provide prescriptions and recommendations for the following weeks, including measures to minimize scarring.
Can keeping my implants cause ASIA syndrome?
Recently, many patients have been visiting plastic surgery clinics in Colombia and around the world to remove their implants due to fears of developing ASIA syndrome, a very rare inflammatory reaction caused by the presence of foreign substances in the body. It is important to know that having breast implants does not mean you will develop this syndrome. To avoid it, it is necessary to undergo prior evaluations whenever you consider breast augmentation, choose certified professionals, and research the type of implants to be used in your surgery. Today, there are high-quality implants that minimize the risks of complications that patients previously faced.
How much does breast implant removal cost?
The cost of this surgery can vary in each case, so a detailed and personalized evaluation is necessary. During this evaluation, you will receive a complete quote for your breast explantation, as well as pre- and postoperative care tailored to your specific case.
Advantages of Breast Explantation:
- Short and comfortable recovery.
- Specialized postoperative care.
- Complementary ultrasound laser liposuction.
- Minimal pain.
- Visible results from the first day.
- Aesthetic and harmonious results.
- Breast reconstruction with a natural appearance.
- Surgery performed with absorbable sutures.
- No drains required.
- Barely noticeable scarring.
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