Implant Removal and Reaugmentation

Why Have Breast Implant Removal & Reaugmentation?

There are many reasons why someone would choose to have breast implant removal and reaugmentation surgery. The aesthetics of your breasts naturally change over time and other factors such as pregnancy or weightloss can alter the size and shape of your breasts further. Many women choose to have an implant removal or reuagmentation procedure in order to:

• Reduce the size of the breasts
• Create a more symmetrical appearance
• Improve the shape of the breasts

Following a breast removal, many women also choose to have a breast lift or new breast implants to replace the old ones.

How Long do Breast Implants Last?

Breast implants are designed to last for many years, and they don’t have any specific expiration dates. After 10-20 years breast implants can sometimes need replacing but this is rarely due to damage to the implants themselves. Often, one of the main physical reasons that someone may wish to have their implants removed is due to a condition known as capsular contracture, although the risk of this is very low.

What is Capsular Contracture?

Capsular contracture is where the scar tissue surrounding the breast implant hardens which then alters the appearance of the breasts.  Breast implant removal and reaugmentation surgery can help resolve this and can restore the desired size and shape of the breast. The risks of this occurring are very low. 

Can I Have Breast Implant Removal and a Breast Lift?

Yes, many women who opt for a breast implant removal will also have a  breast lift at the same time, or new breast implants fitted to replace the old ones. This is known as a breast reaugmentation.

Breast Implant Removal & Reaugmentation Procedure

Day Of Surgery

You will be admitted to hospital on the day of your breast implant removal and reaugmentation surgery and often be discharged the same day. Please be aware that you will not be taken to surgery straight away and you can have a wait of up to 6 hours. Please speak to the hospital staff on the day for updates on your operation time. Once you have returned from your operation, your chest will feel tight and your breasts and ribs below your breasts will be tender. It is important to focus on your breast implant removal recovery. You should be mobile from day one and can exercise after 6 weeks.

Anaesthesia

Your surgery will be performed under General Anaesthetic (GA). Breast implant removal under local anaesthesia is uncommon. General Anaesthetic stops you feeling pain and other sensations; it gives you a state of controlled unconsciousness (being asleep).

The anaesthetist, who has had specialist training, will start the anaesthetic by inserting a needle which is used to put a cannula (small thin plastic tube) into a vein in the back of your hand or arm – it will take about 30 seconds to work. If you’re worried about having a needle in your hand, you can speak to your anaesthetist about this prior to surgery and check out breast implant removal reviews.

Surgery

Your Surgeon will make a small (typically between 2-3 inches) incision in the crease of your breast. They will try and make the incision along your original scar line to remove your current implants. They will then insert the new implants either in front of the muscle, between, or underneath, depending on your initial discussions with the Surgeon and your previous implant placement. The incision will be closed with either dissolvable or non-dissolvable sutures, depending on your Surgeon.

All MYA Surgeons are highly experienced with full medical insurance and only perform Cosmetic Surgery. They are therefore highly skilled in this field and they will be able to make appropriate recommendations regarding the placement of your implant.

Breast Reaugmentation Recovery

Immediate Recovery

After surgery, you will be taken to your room where a nurse will routinely monitor you as you start to fully wake up from the anaesthetic. Your nurse will offer you tea and toast and it will take a final 3-4 hours until you are ready to leave if you are a day case. Most patients prefer to stay in our hospital overnight as this gives them an opportunity to recover from the surgery in a safe environment and under the supervision of our nurses who specialise in cosmetic surgery.

How Long Does It Take To Recover From Breast Reaugmentation?

Every woman’s breast implant removal and re-augmentation recovery time is different. In general, you will probably feel a little sore and some swelling after breast implant removal and reaugmentation surgery, which will subside after 7-14 days. Pain relief will be prescribed and administered as required to ease any discomfort you may have. You will likely have bruising and swelling that usually lasts 7-21 days, this is normal following all operations.

Removal and re-augmentation patients are advised to take 1 week off work and refrain from physical activities for 6 – 8 weeks post op. During this time, patients will also be required to wear a post-op bra. All post-op instructions will be very similar to your initial procedure so you are somewhat prepared as to what to expect.

At first your breasts may look too high and the skin appears tight. This tends to settle down over the first 6 weeks or so as a more natural shape emerges. It is extremely important that your wounds are checked post-operatively by a nurse; this is to ensure the wound is healing well. It is very important that you attend all your breast re-augmentation post-op appointments; it is equally important to ensure you follow all instructions provided to you to ensure you have the best opportunity to achieve the result desired by you and your surgeon.

Post-operative Care

It is very important that you attend your post-operative appointments with all MYA medical professionals; it is also equally important to ensure you follow all instructions provided to you to ensure you have the best opportunity to achieve the result desired by you and your surgeon. Failure to follow this guidance may compromise your result and your surgeon may decide they are unable to carry out revision surgery in these instances.

How Much Does a Breast Implant Removal and Reaugmentation cost?

Breast implant removal and reaugmentation procedures start at around £6,595. Finance options are available and exact cost information will be provided following your free eConsultation and surgeon consultation.

Breast Implant Removal & Reaugmentation Guides

If you’re looking for more information, download our helpful Implant removal & reaugmentation guides. These can help you on What Questions to Ask Your Surgeon, Assessing Your Breast Shape, How to Prepare for Surgery and understand Why MYA are Best at Breasts. Download now and have them with you at all times!

• Questions to Ask Your Surgeon
• Assess Your Breast Shape
• Things You Need to Know
• How To Prepare for Surgery

MYA are the world’s most patient-focused cosmetic surgery, offering a wide variety of breast procedures, from breast uplifts to breast enlargements. Click here for more information on what we offer and to view our full list of procedures.

*There is no guarantee of specific outcomes so individual results and experiences can vary from person to person.