Breast Implant Exchange/Removal

At Ponte Vedra Plastic Surgery in Jacksonville, FL, our expert surgeons consult with patients who want to remove their breast implants.

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Breast Implant Removal in Jacksonville, FL

After undergoing breast augmentation to improve the size and contour of the breasts, a few women may decide to have them taken out for a variety of factors. For the breast implant removal surgery, the implants are taken out and scar tissue might also need to be eliminated. Scar tissue is not uncommon after breast augmentation, and will need to be removed if it is affecting the form of the breasts or causing discomfort.

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What is Breast Implant Removal?

Implant removal surgery can be utilized to correct a range of issues you may have after breast augmentation, such as scar tissue (capsular contracture), implant malfunction, and unhappiness with the breast implants. Sometimes, women might simply prefer their original breasts and want to restore their normal appearance. Regardless of the reason, breast implant removal can work to counteract the results of breast augmentation and when coupled with a breast lift, may restore a natural, desirable aesthetic look.

Restore Your Natural Look

Lots of factors could make you unhappy with your current breast implants. Whether they’re the wrong texture, shape, or size, our specialists at Ponte Vedra Plastic Surgery will help you achieve the look you desire with breast implant removal. At your consultation, one of our talented doctors will discuss your choices to renew the appearance and feel of your breasts.

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“I had my breast done in January with Dr. Hickman and she was amazing! She took her time with any questions during the consult, making sure I was completely informed and comfortable. Her work is amazing, I love the outcome.”

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Breast Implant Removal at PVPS

If you’re in the Jacksonville, Fernandina Beach, or Ponte Vedra Beach, FL area and you’re looking for a breast implant removal surgeon, you’re in the perfect place. At PVPS, we understand that sometimes implants don’t work out, or simply become old. That’s why we’re here to help remove or replace them to get you back to the body you want. Since 1993, we have had an excellent reputation for achieving outstanding results safely and effectively. We’re more than plastic surgery — we’re a lifestyle. And we’re more than just Ponte Vedra; we’re all of Northeast Florida. For more information, contact Ponte Vedra Plastic Surgery at your earliest convenience.

Am I a Candidate for Breast Implant Removal?

If you’re in the Jacksonville, Fernandina Beach, or Ponte Vedra Beach, FL area and you’re considering breast implant removal, you may be wondering if you’re a good candidate. Prior to your procedure, one of our leading surgeons will discuss with you your aspired look for your breasts and how to achieve it.

The best patients for this procedure are women dealing with:

Breast implant rupture, leakage, or deflation
Breast implant malposition or displacement
Capsular contracture resulting in pain in the breast and/or distortion of the breast
Visible or palpable rippling, folding, or wrinkling of the implant(s)
Breast asymmetry due to implants
Unsightly or widened scars due to implants
Nipple or areola enlargement, distortion, asymmetry, or irregularity due to implants
The desire to change the size, type, or texture of their breast implant
Breast implant illness or breast implant-associated ALCL
Breast implants that are over ten years old

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The Breast Implant Removal Procedure

When breast implant removal surgery is performed, the incision is made either around the nipple or beneath the breast. Your surgeon may also remove scar tissue that might have developed around the implant. Your surgeon will remove or replace the implant, and will then close the skin with sutures and dress the chest with surgical bandages.

Recovery

The recovery time for breast implant removal will vary for each patient, depending upon the reconstruction required after surgery. Your doctor will provide post-operative instructions, and might also recommend additional procedures to help reduce scarring. For the first couple of weeks, you will experience swelling and bruising, and you must restrict strenuous exercise until otherwise permitted. However, we encourage you to stand and gradually move around, because this will help with blood flow. Optimal results can typically be seen approximately 4-6 months following the operation.

Additional Procedures

After the breast implants have been removed, your surgeon may perform a breast lift based upon the size of the former implants, as well as how much the skin has stretched. A breast lift can help get rid of excess or sagging skin, which could remain after implant removal. If you are wishing to return to your original breast size, implant removal surgery and a breast lift may create amazing results to get back the original look and feel of your breasts. There are also several choices to replace volume following implant removal to enhance the shape of your breasts, including a fat transfer.