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| Removal of Breast Implants
Indications:
- Desire to have previously placed breast implants removed for symptomatic or medical-legal reasons
Description of Procedure:
- Usually the capsules or scar tissue around the implants must be removed in conjunction with removal of the implants.
- The operation is done under general anesthesia.
Intended Result:
- Removal of implants
- Possible removal of capsules (scar tissue) and local silicone
Recuperation and Healing
- If implants and capsules (scar tissue) are removed, the discomfort will be similar to the discomfort experienced after the initial augmentation.
- Post-operative discomfort should be controlled with oral medication.
Additional Procedures to Enhance Result:
Breast lift (mastopexy)
Secondary augmentation mammaplasty
Breast Procedures
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