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Who is the Ideal Candidate for Breast Explant Surgery?4 min read

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Have you heard the stories about the growing popularity of breast explant surgery? Are you ready to learn about this new perspective on breast implants and body aesthetic?

Let’s learn about breast explant surgery and if it could be right for you!

Why is Breast Explant Surgery Gaining Popularity?

The majority of breast explant procedures are performed for cosmetic reasons. 

Some women are simply ready for a change. After years of breast implants, they find themselves ready for their original look.

Other women hope to correct issues they’ve experienced with their implants, including malposition, breast implant illness (BII), or ruptures.

Which Celebrities Have Undergone Breast Explant Surgery and Why?

Hollywood is experiencing a wave of celebrities choosing to have their implants removed, and many of them have shared their aesthetic journey to a new look.

Melissa Rycroft shared that she chose to get her breast implants removed because her implants never settled correctly. 

Other celebrities like Genevieve Padalecki and Danica Patrick reported symptoms of breast implant illness. 

Some women, like Heather Morris, felt that their implants were impeding their lifestyle and wanted to return to a simpler way. For Heather, this meant being more active. She felt that her implants made her chest sore frequently, making exercising painful. 

Victoria Beckham and Chrissy Teigen felt it was time for a new look. For Victoria, her implants never fit her aesthetic anyway. She wasn’t happy with the original results and wanted her old body back. Chrissy, on the other hand, enjoyed her implants while she had them, but was ready to return to her old look.

Am I a Potential Candidate for Breast Explant Surgery?

Numerous factors go into making a big decision like a breast explant procedure, including:

  • Implant Longevity: If your implants are 10-15 years old, it might be time for a refresher.
     
  • A Change in Breast Shape: Factors such as age, breastfeeding, pregnancy, and weight changes can all alter breast shape. If you’re unhappy with how your implants and breasts have changed over the years, an explant surgery is the right choice.

  • Breast-Related Conditions: Capsular contracture, a ruptured or leaking implant, lymphoma associated with the implant, cancer, shifting, or calcium buildup around the implant require an explant procedure.

How Do Personal Health and Aesthetic Goals Factor Into This Decision?

Personal health and aesthetic goals play an essential role in any breast explant procedure. 

For example, you may feel it’s time to remove the implants if they are causing you discomfort or interfering with your daily life. In this case, explant surgery is often advisable. 

From an aesthetic standpoint, you might wish to remove your implants without losing their look. Or, perhaps you want to alter it some but not return it to your original size. In this case, an explant followed by an implant will answer both issues.

Why is Choosing an Experienced Surgeon for Your Explant Surgery Essential?

Just like any other surgery, a breast explant procedure requires the capable hands of an experienced surgeon. Board-certified plastic surgeons have the expertise and experience to properly execute an explant surgery. This is a sensitive area of your body — treat it right with a skillfully executed explant surgery.

Don’t take any risks with your body. Let someone with the knowledge and skills guide you to your new, healthy aesthetic today. If you’re looking to learn more about breast explant surgery, it’s time to schedule a consultation with Dr. Chang!

Embark on Your Breast Explant Journey!

Meet us at 19500 Sandridge Way, Suite 350, Leesburg, VA 20176, or call us at (703) 574-4342 for a complimentary consultation with Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon Dr. Phillip Chang before moving forward with your procedure. If everything matches up, our team will help you navigate the entire process from beginning to end. Also, remember to check out our blog and social media for more information on plastic surgery and cosmetic trends!

References

  1. “11 Celebrities Who Have Gotten Their Breast Implants Removed, and Why.” Insider, www.insider.com/celebrities-who-have-gotten-breast-implants-removed-2019-5. Access date: 11 August 2023.

  2. “Breast Implant Removal.” American Society of Plastic Surgeons, www.plasticsurgery.org/cosmetic-procedures/breast-implant-removal. Access date: 11 August 2023.

  3. “Breast Implant Removal: What to Expect, Surgery & Recovery.” Cleveland Clinic, my.clevelandclinic.org/health/treatments/21799-breast-implant-removal. Access date: 11 August 2023.
     
  4. “Celebs Who Had Breast Implants Removed: Before, after Photos.” Life & Style, www.lifeandstylemag.com/posts/celebs-who-had-breast-implants-removed-before-after-photos/. Access date: 11 August 2023.

  5. “Celebs Who’ve Had Their Breast Implants Removed and Why.” Us Weekly, www.usmagazine.com/celebrity-body/pictures/celebs-whove-had-their-breast-implants-removed-and-why/.  Access date: 11 August 2023.

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