Implant removal surgery involves removing existing breast implants and the surrounding scar tissue (capsule). The breasts are often re-shaped to optimize aesthetics.<\/p>\n
Common reasons women undergo implant removal surgery include:<\/p>\n
Breast implants are not lifetime devices and as such ultimately need to be replaced or removed. Additionally, patient\u2019s attitudes regarding their breast implants may change with time, prompting them to seek implant removal. In patients who choose to have their breast implants removed, a discussion regarding the expected appearance of the breasts following surgery is essential. Following a breast augmentation, the implant acts as an internal tissue expander that pushes out against the breast tissue, muscle and skin. Over time, this stretches the skin and thins the native breast tissue. This phenomenon is easily recognized as the period in which the implants \u201cdrop\u201d following their initial placement. When the implants are removed, these changes are unmasked, leaving a breast shape that is unlike the pre-augmented version. Therefore, breast tissue reshaping is an integral part of implant removal surgery. The goal is to safely remove the implants and surrounding scar tissue while elevating and re-centering the breast tissue and nipple to create an aesthetically pleasing shape.<\/p>\n
Breast implant illness (BII) is a term used to describe a collection of systemic symptoms thought to be related to breast implants. Although implant-related systemic disease has been an area of intense research focus as well as patient interest, a causal linkage between breast implants and systemic disease has not been elucidated. Nevertheless, there are studies that demonstrate a statistically significant improvement in subjective health following implant removal in patients distressed by their implants. Unfortunately, it remains unclear which patients will benefit from implant removal and why. Although some patients experience significant improvement in their health, others do not. This is important as it sets expectations for the prospective surgical patient. Hopefully, further research in this area will add clarity for both patients and providers.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>
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