Breast Surgery & Procedures
REMOVAL of OLD IMPLANTS
With or Without Replacement Capsulectomy / Capsulotomy
PROCEDURE:
Removal of failed or failing breast
implants due to fibrosis and scar tissue, malposition, infection.
LENGTH:
1.5 to 2.5 hours.
ANESTHESIA:
General anesthesia usually outpatient surgery.
SIDE EFFECTS:
Temporary soreness, swelling, change in nipple sensation, bruising. Breast sensitive to stimulation for a few weeks.
RISK:
Infection. Asymmetry. Tightening & hardening of
scar tissue around the implant (capsular contracture),
or rupture of implant; either may require surgery to
release the scar tissue, to remove or replace the implant.
Decrease in sensitivity of nipples or breast skin, occasionally
permanent. Accurate mammogram requires special technique.
RECOVERY:
Tasks of daily living may be resumed immediately.
Back to non-strenuous work (no lifting greater than 10 lbs)
in 5 to 7 days. No strong pushing, pulling or repetitive
upper body movements for 3 weeks.
EXERCISE:
Resume 1/3 intensity at 3 weeks. Low impact activities
at 1/3 duration of exercise, repetitions, amount of weight
and pulse rate. 2/3 intensity at 6 weeks. Full intensity including
high impact (running, horse back riding, high impact aerobics)
at 8 weeks.
FADING & SCAR IMPROVEMENT:
6 to 12 months.
SWELLING:
Moderate/Significant 4 weeks, Subtle/Mild 2 to
3 months, all of which are dependent upon extent of procedure(s).
DURATION of RESULTS:
Variable. Implants may require removal
or replacement at some time in the future. TIME frame usually
years or decades!
OFFICE VISITS:
1st 5 to 7 days / 2nd Visit 10 to 14 days.
Anticipated office visits:
4 to 5 the first 3 months then yearly.
GARMENT WORN:
Support as needed for 6 weeks.
PAIN MEDS:
Ibuprofen or Narcotics as needed.
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Testimonials
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Estimated Costs
$4,500 - $7,800. Includes surgeon, operating room & anesthesia. Removal may be covered by insurance.
Forms & Documents
Please ask your physician for the required documents for this procedure.
