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Breast Implant Removal
Breast Implant Removal refers to the surgical excision of a breast implant due to changes in size and shape or because the implant has sprung a leak. Breast Implant Removal is often a way to treat other issues involving breast implants such as irregular shaping, sagging, deflating, and wrinkling. Sometimes Breast Implant Removal results from a problem with the implant itself and other times Breast Implant Removal is warranted because the implant is causing a harmful reaction to the patient. Some harmful reactions yielding Breast Implant Removal include the discovery of breast cancer, bleeding, dripping, infection, dying breast tissues and irregular or abundant scarring. Breast Implant Removal is generally easier for patients who have had smaller implants. For patients requiring Breast Implant Removal of large or extra large implants severe breast disfiguration may occur.
Fast Facts
- Capsular Contracture is the most common reason for Breast Implant Removal and is characterized by large scarring surrounding the implanted material.
- Patients undergoing Breast Implant Removal should talk to a counselor in addition to a surgeon as the procedure usually has emotional side effects.
